Overview
The Discover page at thisiswhyimhigh.com/discover is your guided entry point into the strain encyclopedia. Rather than presenting all 16,000+ strains at once, Discover organizes them into meaningful categories — High Families, curated highlight lists, and effect-based collections — so you can explore with purpose. Think of it as the difference between searching a library catalog and having a knowledgeable librarian point you to the right shelf.High Family Sections
The centerpiece of the Discover page is the High Spectrum Families — six categories that group strains by their terpene-driven effects rather than the outdated indica/sativa classification.Relaxing High
Sedating strains for deep body relaxation and sleep. High in myrcene and caryophyllene with elevated CBD.
Uplifting High
Mood-elevating strains for anxiety relief and daytime use. Dominated by limonene and linalool.
Energetic High
Energizing strains for focus and mental clarity. Rare terpinolene/ocimene-dominant profiles found in less than 5% of cultivars.
Relieving High
Therapeutic strains for pain and inflammation. High in caryophyllene — the only terpene that binds CB2 receptors.
Balancing High
Mild, well-balanced strains ideal for beginners. Low terpene content with moderate CBD for gentle effects.
Entourage High
Complex, potent strains with the highest total terpenes. Balanced myrcene/limonene/caryophyllene for maximum entourage effect.
Curated Highlight Lists
Beyond the High Families, the Discover page features curated lists that surface interesting strain groupings:By Mood and Occasion
| List | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Morning Picks | Strains best suited for starting the day — energetic, focused, low-sedation profiles |
| Creative Sessions | Top-rated strains for artistic and creative work, emphasizing cerebral effects |
| Social Vibes | The most euphoric and talkative strains for group settings |
| Evening Wind-Down | Gentle relaxation without immediate sedation — the pre-bedtime sweet spot |
| Sleep Champions | The most consistently sedating strains in the database |
By Chemistry
| List | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| High CBD | Strains with elevated CBD content for those seeking therapeutic effects without strong psychoactivity |
| Terpene Powerhouses | Strains with unusually rich and diverse terpene profiles |
| Balanced Ratios | Strains with approximately equal THC:CBD ratios for a modulated experience |
| Low THC Options | Strains under 15% THC for newcomers or those preferring mild effects |
By Heritage
| List | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Classic Legends | Iconic strains that shaped cannabis culture — OG Kush, Sour Diesel, Northern Lights, White Widow |
| Landrace Strains | Original strains from their native regions before modern cross-breeding — Durban Poison, Afghan Kush, Thai, Acapulco Gold |
| New Arrivals | Recently added strains from the latest research pipeline updates |
Navigating the Discover Page
Quick Filters
At the top of the Discover page, quick filter buttons let you narrow the view instantly:- By type — Show only sativa, indica, or hybrid strains across all lists
- By family — Focus on a single High Family
- By effect — Surface strains with a specific effect (e.g., “show me everything with pain relief”)
Strain Cards
Each strain on the Discover page is presented as a card showing:- Strain name and type badge (sativa/indica/hybrid with color coding)
- High Family classification
- THC and CBD ranges — Quick potency reference
- Top 3 terpenes — The dominant terpenes driving the experience
- Primary effects — The 3-5 most prominent effects
- Popularity indicator — How frequently the strain is viewed and tracked
From Discover to Deep Dive
The Discover page is designed as a browsing experience that funnels into the detail-rich encyclopedia:Browse a category
Scroll through High Family sections or curated lists to find strains that match your interest.
Compare cards
Look at the quick-view data on strain cards — type, terpenes, effects, THC range — to narrow your options.
Click through to the full profile
When a strain catches your eye, click its card to visit the full encyclopedia page with complete data: detailed terpene breakdown, medical uses, genetics, similar strains, and more.
Discover vs. Search
Both tools help you find strains, but they serve different purposes:| Feature | Discover Page | Search |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Exploration and browsing | Finding a specific strain |
| Input needed | None — just scroll and browse | A strain name or keywords |
| Organization | Curated categories and families | Relevance-ranked results |
| Surprise factor | High — designed to show you things you did not know about | Low — returns what you asked for |
| Time investment | Leisurely browsing | Quick targeted lookup |