For some, it may come as a surprise that Israel stands among the global leaders in medicinal cannabis research. Discoveries made in the footsteps of Raphael Mechoulam (the internationally acclaimed researcher who first isolated THC) have brought new meaning to medical cannabis as strains are engineered to contain optimal levels of cannabinoids.

Here are just a few strains from the Israeli cannabis supplier Tikun Olam that we recently added to the Leafly Explorer. Most of them are low- to moderate-THC and high-CBD, meaning they offer imperceptible psychoactive effects but strong medical relief from pain symptoms. One strain, however, is a balanced blend of low-to-moderate THC and CBD. Enjoy!

1. Avi-Dekel

Characteristics of Avi-Dekel:

Sativa-dominant

Tests up to 16.3% CBD

Non-psychoactive; THC content as low as 0.8%

May treat inflammation, sleep disorders, and indigestion

2. Midnight

Characteristics of Midnight:

Sativa-dominant

Tests up to 12.4% CBD

THC content of about 12.7%

Controls pain, inflammation, and indigestion

3. Eran Almog

Characteristics of Eran Almog:

80% indica

Tests up to 28% THC

May treat sleep disorders, nausea, inflammation, pain, and indigestion

4 . El-Na

Characteristics of El-Na:

A 50/50 hybrid

Balanced THC (as low as 8.2%) and CBD (up to 6.5%) for patients unaccustomed to psychoactive effects

Good for pain, nausea, and stress relief

5. Rafael 5. Rafael

Characteristics of Rafael:

Sativa-dominant

High CBD; up to 18.6%

Low THC; as low as 1%

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Bailey Rahn Bailey is a senior content manager at Leafly, specializing in strains and health. She's spent 7+ years researching cannabis products, spreading patients’ stories, and exploring healthy ways of integrating cannabis into daily life. View Bailey Rahn's articles