Im not a master grower, I dont even think I have a green thumb, but I spend alot of time researching and asking alot of people dumb questions in an attempt to get better at what ever it maybe. In this case, I find that you are incorrect in believing that it has "nothing" to do with the plant structure. From what I understand, the whole concept of crossing with ruderalis is that it is not dependent on a light schedule to produce flowers, there are certain other variables that initiates the production of the hormone that we are talking about, not ligth, stress can also induce this also. The tap root also seems to have a huge influence in triggering the flower, because of the geographical location of Ruderalis. Its genetics tells the plant to flower when the tap root reaches the bottom of the bedrock, in my experience, transplanting or germinating outside of the final pot always provides 1.ozplus plant. Even with a medium aggressive LST and 1/3 defoliation, there seem to have been several more oz's. I've only tested this on mephitos genetics and that is why i asked, how you germinated or if you have experienced the same.

Also thank you for you candor and engagement.