What’s the difference between Sativa and Indica?

Cannabis Indica describes the psychoactive varieties discovered in India, where it was harvested for its seeds, fiber, and hashish production. Cannabis Indica was named by Jean-Baptiste Lamarck. Indica refers to stout, broad-leaf plants that provide sedating effects. Cannabis Sativa describes hemp plants found in Europe and Western Eur-Asia, where it was grown for its fiber and seeds. Cannabis Sativa was named by Carl Linneaus.
The Distinction Between Indica and Sativa Cannabis Strains

You’re smoking is a sativa, indica, or hybrid. Not that I wouldn’t have found it interesting, but all I knew was toking on a joint made me feel some type of way. Usually a pretty awesome positive kind of way.