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= Welcome to Landrace.Wiki =
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The definitive reference for landrace cannabis genetics, cultivation and conservation.
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Landrace cannabis represents the original, pure genetic foundations of Cannabis before modern hybridization. These ancient varieties evolved naturally in their native environments over thousands of years, shaped by local climate, soil and traditional cultivation practices. Each landrace tells the story of both the plant's adaptation and the cultures that stewarded these genetics through generations.
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This wiki serves as a comprehensive repository for preserving the knowledge, genetics, and cultural heritage of these irreplaceable cannabis populations from around the world.
== Featured Growing Regions ==
 
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== Theory ==
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Dive deep into the scientific foundations that make landrace cannabis unique. From basic plant biology to advanced genetic concepts, this section covers the theoretical knowledge needed to understand what makes these varieties special and how they've evolved over millennia.
== Featured Accessions ==
 
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[[Basics]] - What is Landrace Cannabis?
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[[Cannabis Botany]] - Plant structure, morphology, and biological systems
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[[Genetics & Breeding]] - Population genetics, heredity, and landrace characteristics
 
[[Biochemistry]] - Cannabinoids, terpenes, and chemical profiles
 
[[Taxonomy]] - Classification systems and nomenclature
 
[[Research Methods]] - Field collection, analysis, and documentation techniques
 
== Geography ==
 
Geography is destiny for landrace cannabis. Each region's unique combination of latitude, altitude, climate and soil has shaped distinct genetic populations. Explore how environmental pressures and human selection created the incredible diversity we see in traditional cannabis varieties.
 
=== Regional Overviews ===
 
Explore landrace cannabis populations from their native regions around the world:
 
[[Southeast Asia]] - Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Phillipines & Indonesia
 
[[South Asia]] - India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan & Afghanistan
 
[[Central Asia]] - Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan & Russia
 
[[East Asia]] - China, North Korea, South Korea, Russia Japan & Taiwan
 
[[Middle East]] - Iran, Iraq, Syria, Turkey, Lebanon & Egypt
 
[[Caucasus]] - Iran, Iraq, Syria, Turkey & Lebanon
 
[[Maghreb]] - Morocco, Algeria & Tunisia
 
[[Central Africa]] - North Sudan, South Sudan
 
[[East Africa]] - Ethiopia, Kenya
 
[[Southern Africa]] - Malawi, Congo, Swaziland, Lesotho, Angola & South Africa
 
[[West Africa]] - Ghana, Mali, Nigeria
 
[[North America]] - Mexico
 
[[Central America]] - Panama
 
[[Caribbean]] - Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, St Kitts & Nevis, Antigua, Grenada & Antigua
 
[[South America]] - Colombia, Brazil, Peru & Uruguay
 
[[Indian Ocean]] - Madagascar & Reunion
 
[[Oceania]] - Papua New Guinea
 
=== Environmental Factors ===
 
Understanding how environment shapes cannabis genetics:
 
[[Terroir & Climate]] - How environment shapes genetics
 
[[Altitude Effects]] - Highland vs lowland adaptations
 
[[Soil & Geology]] - Regional growing conditions
 
== Growing ==
 
Learn the time-tested methods that have preserved these genetics for generations, from ancient planting rituals to seasonal harvest practices. Discover how traditional growers worked with nature's rhythms to maintain genetic purity and adapt varieties to local conditions.
 
[[Traditional Methods]] - Regional cultivation practices
 
[[Seasonal Cycles]] - Planting, harvesting, processing
 
[[Preservation Techniques]] - Seed storage and genetic conservation
 
[[Modern Considerations]] - Adapting traditional methods
 
== History ==
 
Cannabis and humanity have co-evolved for thousands of years. Explore the rich cultural heritage, trade networks, and traditional uses that shaped these varieties. Understanding this history is crucial for appreciating the cultural significance and genetic value of landrace populations.
 
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== Research ==
 
Documenting genetics and traditional knowledge through scientific investigation.
 
The race is on to scientifically document landrace genetics and cultivation practices before they're lost forever. Follow ongoing expeditions and research efforts working to catalog this incredible genetic diversity while it still exists in its native environments.
 
[[Field Expeditions]] - Ongoing collection and documentation
 
[[Publications]] - Scientific literature and reports
 
== Conservation ==
 
Preserving irreplaceable genetic heritage for future generations.
 
Many landrace populations face extinction due to modernization, prohibition, and genetic pollution from hybrid varieties. Learn about conservation efforts and the critical work being done to safeguard these ancient genetics.
 
[[Basics]] - Basics of Landrace Cannabis Conservation
 
[[Conservation Status]] - Threatened populations and preservation efforts
 
== Sourcing ==
 
Finding authentic landrace genetics in the modern world.
 
With so much genetic pollution and mislabeling in today's market, sourcing true landrace genetics requires knowledge and careful verification. Learn how to identify legitimate sources and avoid the countless fake "landrace" offerings.
 
[[Basics]] - How to source landrace Cannabis or Landrace Cannabis Seeds
 
== Community ==
 
Connect with fellow enthusiasts, researchers, and cultivators. Share your experiences with authentic landrace genetics, contributing valuable data to our collective understanding of these unique varieties and their preservation.
 
[[Accessions]] - Share your landrace cannabis accession documentation here
 
[[Grow Reports]] - Share your landrace grow reports here
 
[[Smoke Reports]] - Share your landrace smoke reports here
 
== About This Wiki ==
 
Started by the [http://www.zomiacollective.com Zomia Collective] team, this wiki documents landrace cannabis varieties from across Asia and their traditional cultivation practices. Our goal is to preserve knowledge of these genetically unique populations and the cultures that have stewarded them.
 
Every landrace variety represents thousands of years of evolution and cultural heritage. By documenting and preserving this knowledge, we honor both the plant and the people who have maintained these genetics through countless generations.
 
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Landrace.wiki

The open database for landrace cannabis populations, their genetics and the traditional knowledge that sustains them.

39% of landrace accessions documented are assessed as critical or high conservation priority

  • Critical76
  • High94
  • Medium161
  • Low54

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The Dooars}

The Dooars

South Asian Gene Pool- Eastern Plains

Terai belt region where traditional cannabis cultivation faces modernization pressures

Vulnerable 52 accessions

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Western Himalayas}

Western Himalayas

South Asian Gene Pool- Hindu Kush-Himalayan

Major Himalayan charas-producing cultivation region across northern India's temperate valleys and highland basins

Vulnerable 153 accessions

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Central Himalayas}

Central Himalayas

South Asian Gene Pool- Himalayas

Mid-to-high elevation Himalayan cultivation zone across far-western Nepal river valleys and uplands

Vulnerable 0 accessions

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Chamurchi-Laxmi Duar}

Chamurchi-Laxmi Duar

The Dooars


0 appellations 1 accessions

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Cardamom Mountains}

Cardamom Mountains

Southern Cambodia

Mountain range corridor spanning Koh Kong, Pursat and Kampong Speu provinces and an important landrace cannabis growing area.

Endangered 0 appellations 4 accessions

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Chapramari}

Chapramari

The Dooars


0 appellations 5 accessions

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We are witnessing the rapid disappearance of traditional cultivation knowledge and genetic diversity in cannabis. These landrace populations represent thousands of years of natural and human selection, containing unique genetic traits and chemical profiles. Systematic documentation and conservation efforts can serve as a bridge—preserving irreplaceable genetic heritage while supporting traditional communities and advancing our understanding of this remarkable plant.

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