While some argue that Red Congolese is an African sativa landrace the variety popularized in California weaves in Mexican and Afghani roots giving it a more indicalike appearance This colorful palette of landrace strains which had adapted to their environment over many years creates a complex profile of effects and flavors The sativa genetics dominate the physical effects of Red Congolese resulting in a weightless euphoria that promotes focus and mental clarity Its energizing properties make Red Congolese perfect for morning treatment of nausea cachexia tension or Alzheimers