These guidelines define the editorial standards for all content published on CannaGrow. Every contributor and editor is expected to be familiar with and follow these standards.
::: warning Scope
These guidelines apply to all content on CannaGrow, including articles, strain profiles, data tables, images, and page descriptions. Content that does not meet these standards will be returned for revision or removed.
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All CannaGrow content must be written from a neutral point of view. This is a foundational principle.
| Not Acceptable | Acceptable |
|---|---|
| "Cannabis is a safe, natural medicine with no side effects." | "Some clinical studies have found cannabis effective for certain conditions with manageable side effects, though risks exist and vary by individual." |
| "Cannabis prohibition was an unjust war on personal freedom." | "Cannabis prohibition has been criticized by some as an infringement on personal liberty and defended by others as a public health measure." |
| "This strain will cure your anxiety." | "Some users report reduced anxiety with this cultivar; clinical evidence is limited and results vary." |
When covering topics where significant disagreement exists (e.g., medical efficacy for specific conditions, gateway theory, economic impacts of legalization):
All factual claims must be verifiable through reliable sources.
Sources are evaluated in the following order of reliability (highest to lowest):
| Tier | Source Type | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peer-reviewed meta-analyses and systematic reviews | Preferred for all scientific and medical claims |
| 2 | Peer-reviewed individual studies | Acceptable when meta-analyses are not available |
| 3 | Government and institutional reports | Acceptable for legal, regulatory, and statistical data |
| 4 | Academic books and textbooks | Acceptable for foundational and historical information |
| 5 | Reputable journalism with expert citations | Acceptable for current events and recent legal changes |
| 6 | Industry reports and expert testimony | Use with caution; note potential conflicts of interest |
| 7 | Anecdotal reports and community knowledge | Only for documenting cultural practices; not for scientific claims |
| Source | Reason |
|---|---|
| Social media posts | Not verifiable or authoritative |
| Anonymous forum posts | No accountability or expertise verification |
| Marketing materials from cannabis companies | Inherent conflict of interest |
| Unpublished manuscripts | Not peer-reviewed or publicly verifiable |
| Personal blogs (without expertise) | No editorial oversight or credentialing |
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Language | English (US spelling preferred) |
| Voice | Prefer active voice where clarity improves; passive voice is acceptable where standard in scientific writing |
| Tense | Use present tense for established facts, past tense for historical events, and conditional for uncertain claims |
| Abbreviations | Spell out on first use: "Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)" |
| Species names | Cannabis sativa (italicized, lowercase species epithet) on first mention; "cannabis" (lowercase, non-italic) thereafter |
| Measurements | Use metric units primarily; imperial in parentheses where relevant for US audiences |
Do not use language that:
All articles use standard Markdown formatting:
---
title: Page Title
description: One-sentence summary
tags:
- relevant-tag
---
# Page Title
Brief introduction paragraph.
## Section Heading
Content paragraph with inline citations^[1].
### Subsection Heading
More content.
## See Also
- [Related Page](/path)
- [Another Related Page](/path)
## References
1. [Author, Title, Journal, Year, DOI/URL](link)
# for the page title (H1) — only one per page## for major sections (H2)### for subsections (H3)Tables should be used for structured data that benefits from side-by-side comparison:
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Data | Data | Data |
| Data | Data | Data |
Use Wiki.js admonition blocks for special content types:
| Block | Syntax | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Info | ::: info ... ::: |
Supplementary context, tips, cross-references |
| Warning | ::: warning ... ::: |
Legal disclaimers, safety concerns, important caveats |
| Danger | ::: danger ... ::: |
Immediate safety risks (contamination, overconsumption, etc.) |
| Tip | ::: tip ... ::: |
Practical suggestions for readers |
[Page Title](/path/to/page)/[Source Name](https://...)| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Quality | Minimum 800px on the longest side; clear and in-focus |
| Format | WebP or JPEG for photos; SVG for diagrams; PNG for screenshots |
| Attribution | Every image must include source, author, and license |
| Licensing | Prefer CC BY, CC BY-SA, CC0, or public domain. No unlicensed images. |
| Alt text | Descriptive alt text is required for all images |
| Captions | Captions should explain what the image shows and why it is relevant |
When an image is needed but not yet available, insert a placeholder:
> *[Image placeholder: Description of what the image should show. Suggested source or creation method.]*
Example:
[Image placeholder: Diagram of the cannabis plant showing key morphological features — leaf shape, flowering structure, and trichome locations. Suggested: Original SVG diagram or CC-licensed botanical illustration.]
Strain profiles in the Strains section must follow a standardized format:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Strain Name | Common cultivar name |
| Synonyms | Known alternate names |
| Genetics | Parent cultivars and breeding lineage (if known) |
| Type | Indica-dominant, Sativa-dominant, Hybrid, or Balanced |
| THC Range | Typical range with source attribution |
| CBD Range | Typical range with source attribution |
| Dominant Terpenes | Top 3-5 terpenes with approximate percentages |
| Flavor/Aroma | Commonly reported sensory descriptors |
| Reported Effects | Commonly reported effects (not medical claims) |
| Growing Notes | Key cultivation considerations (if applicable) |
| Origin/History | Breeder, region of origin, year of introduction |
---
title: Strain Name
type: strain
tags:
- indica-dominant
- hybrid
- strain-profile
---
# Strain Name
Brief introduction covering genetics and origin.
## Overview
| Attribute | Detail |
|-----------|--------|
| Type | ... |
| THC | ... |
| CBD | ... |
| Genetics | ... |
## Cannabinoid Profile
Description of cannabinoid content with sourcing.
## Terpene Profile
Description of dominant terpenes.
## Reported Effects
Summary of commonly reported effects (subjective, with caveats).
## Cultivation
Growing notes if applicable.
## History
Origin and breeding history.
## See Also
- [Related Strain](/strains/strain-name)
::: warning Strain Data Limitations
Cannabinoid and terpene percentages vary by grower, harvest, and testing methodology. Profile data should represent ranges from multiple sources, not single test results. Always note your sources.
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Minor edits (typo corrections, formatting fixes, broken link repairs, citation additions) may be approved without full substantive review at the discretion of the reviewing editor.
The following content is not permitted on CannaGrow:
| Content Type | Reason |
|---|---|
| Instructions for manufacturing illegal substances in jurisdictions where they are illegal | Legal liability and ethical responsibility |
| Source information for obtaining cannabis illegally | Promotion of illegal activity |
| Unverified medical claims presented as fact | Misinformation risk |
| Personal anecdotes presented as evidence | Not verifiable or generalizable |
| Defamatory content about individuals or organizations | Legal and ethical liability |
| Copyrighted material without permission or license | Copyright infringement |
| Advertising or promotional content for cannabis businesses | Conflict of interest and commercial bias |
All edits are tracked in page history. Major revisions should include an edit summary explaining what was changed and why.
If you are uncertain whether your content meets these standards:
::: info Remember
The goal of these guidelines is not to restrict expression but to ensure that every reader who visits CannaGrow finds information they can trust. Quality standards protect both the reader and the credibility of the project.
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