Sativa is one of the two names, alongside indica, that people use to sort cannabis strains. Traditionally, sativas have a reputation for a brighter, more daytime character, and the word is often used as shorthand for lively, energetic strains. At MONDAYS, our sativa-inspired chews capture that bright side in flavor form, with zero THC.

What sativa traditionally means

In common usage, sativa strains are described as uplifting and daytime-friendly, the ones people reach for when they want something crisp rather than mellow. That is a cultural reputation built over decades, and it is how the strains in this family are usually talked about.

The honest science note

Here is something worth knowing: many scientists now consider the strict sativa-versus-indica split an oversimplification. Modern research suggests a strain's character has more to do with its specific mix of terpenes and cannabinoids than with the sativa or indica label alone. We use the terms because they are a familiar, useful shorthand, not because they are a precise rule.

The terpenes of bright strains

Strains with a bright, sativa-style reputation often lean on limonene, pinene, terpinolene, and ocimene, the fresh, citrusy, and piney terpenes. Explore them all in our Terpene Library.

Sativa-inspired MONDAYS strains

Our Bright and Daytime vibes draw on classic sativas: Sour Diesel, Pineapple Express, and Jack Herer. We are describing character and aroma, not making a promise about how you will feel.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between sativa and indica?

Traditionally, sativas have a brighter, daytime reputation and indicas a mellower, evening one. In practice, a strain's terpene and cannabinoid makeup may matter more than the label, which many scientists now consider a rough shorthand. See our indica and hybrid pages.

Do MONDAYS sativa chews contain THC?

No. Our chews capture strain character with terpenes only, zero THC and zero CBD. Read terpenes vs THC.

Which MONDAYS chews are sativa-inspired?

Our Bright, Daytime flavors, including Go-Go Bananas, The Daily Commute, and the botanical Jack Herer.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.