Sativus
04-11-2005, 04:45 PM
Theory on Trichrome Developement
Increased trichrome developement can be achieved by intense manipulation of photoperiod anomolies. This procedure is theoretical and can be analyzed using a control subject and a test subject on a blind basis. Take 2 cuttings from an established mother, strain independant and non-auto flowering. Since existing trichromes will be a matter of one cell in thickness at this point in time, magnification is nessesary up to 100 times X.
Using the same conditions on both subjects, make note of the capitulate density on givin control points on both the plants without removing any foliage. Mature the cuttings to the desired age and place in 12/12 cycles in separate rooms with the same intensity of lighting.
Next, introduce males in stasis to prevent hermaphrodites, paticulary with the test cutting. The female will sense the male and react accordingly. After the cuttings are out of pre-flowering and have well defined calyxes, place the test cutting on 24 hours of darkness.
Next, commence with a strobe light on the test plant and leave the other plant on a regular light cycle. Set the strobe on a low setting so that the plant gets equal periods of light and dark, ie; 1 sec light, 1 sec dark, for 4 hours. Use a timer for consistency.
After 4 hours of strobe effect, give straight light for 4 hours. Next, strobe the plant again using the same intensity for 4 hours, then complete darkness for 12 hours. Repeat this for 7 days. The idea is to throw the subject into a state of inconsistancy with the photoreceptors and create havoc on the photosynthesys process's. The test plant will react by trying to store energy and create emergency energy reserves using all possible resources, hence, the radical development of trichrome structures and the chemical production of thc for protection and survival. Thus, more potent weed.
After one week, if done correctly, compare the control points for density and see for yourself the effects this had. Then flower normaly and enjoy your superior weed.
Increased trichrome developement can be achieved by intense manipulation of photoperiod anomolies. This procedure is theoretical and can be analyzed using a control subject and a test subject on a blind basis. Take 2 cuttings from an established mother, strain independant and non-auto flowering. Since existing trichromes will be a matter of one cell in thickness at this point in time, magnification is nessesary up to 100 times X.
Using the same conditions on both subjects, make note of the capitulate density on givin control points on both the plants without removing any foliage. Mature the cuttings to the desired age and place in 12/12 cycles in separate rooms with the same intensity of lighting.
Next, introduce males in stasis to prevent hermaphrodites, paticulary with the test cutting. The female will sense the male and react accordingly. After the cuttings are out of pre-flowering and have well defined calyxes, place the test cutting on 24 hours of darkness.
Next, commence with a strobe light on the test plant and leave the other plant on a regular light cycle. Set the strobe on a low setting so that the plant gets equal periods of light and dark, ie; 1 sec light, 1 sec dark, for 4 hours. Use a timer for consistency.
After 4 hours of strobe effect, give straight light for 4 hours. Next, strobe the plant again using the same intensity for 4 hours, then complete darkness for 12 hours. Repeat this for 7 days. The idea is to throw the subject into a state of inconsistancy with the photoreceptors and create havoc on the photosynthesys process's. The test plant will react by trying to store energy and create emergency energy reserves using all possible resources, hence, the radical development of trichrome structures and the chemical production of thc for protection and survival. Thus, more potent weed.
After one week, if done correctly, compare the control points for density and see for yourself the effects this had. Then flower normaly and enjoy your superior weed.