Welcome to Landrace.Wiki

The definitive reference for landrace cannabis genetics, cultivation and conservation.

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.

This wiki serves as a comprehensive repository for preserving the knowledge, genetics, and cultural heritage of these irreplaceable cannabis populations from around the world.

Theory

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.

Basics - What is Landrace Cannabis?

Cannabis Botany - Plant structure, morphology, and biological systems

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.

Prehistory - How Cannabis was domesticated and the earliest archaeological findings

Pre-Colonial History - Cannabis before the Colonial era (pre-1450)

Colonial History - Cannabis during the Colonial Era (1450-1900)

Modern History - Cannabis in the modern era (1900 - Present)

Cannabis History by Country - Cannabis in India, China, Thailand and more

Research

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

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

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 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.