# Weed-Reviewing Websites Leafly Helps Users Find and Review Over 50,000 Marijuana Strains By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-04-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leafly References: [fastcompany](http://www.fastcompany.com/3019855/the-yelp-of-weed-leafly-and-other-marijuana-startups-hope-to-gain-as-feds-ease-up-on-pot) & [leafly](http://www.leafly.com/) Just as there's [Yelp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chefs-hall) for foodies, there's [Leafly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannsell) for people on the hunt for pot. With the drug now mostly legal in two US states and 21 states accepting the use of medical marijuana, Leafly is one startup like many others that's getting the jump on the relaxing state laws. Leafly describes itself as the "world's largest cannabis strain resource," as it features over 50,000 different kinds of marijuana, plus over 20,000 dispensary reviews. Since it's difficult to know where to start, on a daily basis Leafly highlights one of its [thousands of strains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highpotency-cannabis-strain) on its home page, showing off its reviews and ratings. As well, users can search for a particular strain in reverse by looking up its attributes, effects or recommended medical uses. When you join Leafly, there's also the option to filter the strains by your favorites, as well as ones you have and have not yet reviewed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Marijuana Review Websites:** The development of websites that allow users to review and browse various strains of marijuana presents an opportunity for businesses to expand into this growing market. - **Cannabis Analytics:** The growing availability of data on marijuana strains and usage provides opportunities for companies to develop analytical tools and insights related to the cannabis industry. - **Personalized Cannabis Recommendations:** The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to suggest personalized cannabis strains based on user preferences represents a potential disruptive innovation opportunity in the market. ### Where This Applies - **Cannabis Retail:** Websites like Leafly present an opportunity for cannabis dispensaries to showcase their products and engage with potential customers. - **Software and Analytics:** The development of analytical tools and insights related to the cannabis industry presents opportunities for companies specializing in data analysis and software development. - **Artificial Intelligence:** The potential use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to suggest personalized cannabis strains based on user preferences represents an opportunity for companies specializing in AI technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cannabis Delivery Expansive Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannsell.md) - [Cannabis Delivery Service Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannabis-delivery-service.md) - [Cannabis Delivery Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-eats-and-leafly.md) - [AI-Powered Cannabis Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-cannabis-platform.md) - [Thanksgiving-Themed Cannabis Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trulieve.md) - [Cannabis Marketplace Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jane-technologies.md) - [Cannabis Enthusiast-Friendy Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilgm-x-leafly.md) - [Coastal-Inspired Cannabis Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reef-flower.md) - [Curated Cannabis Sampling Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannabis-sampling.md)