Marijuana Term Reference
- Cannabinoids
- The active ingredients in Cannabis, this includes THC, THCV, CBD, CBN, CBG, CBGN, etc. THC causes the "high," which is then mediated by the other cbd's. The amount of Cannabinoids in a strain is often expressed as the ratio of THCV to CBG to CBC to – if present – CBD (eg. 1:2:2:1).
- CBC (Cannabichromene)
- Supplements THC, making a high more intense and pronounced. Sedative and analgesic, suitable for insomnia and pain relief.
- CBD (Cannabidiol)
- While CBD reduces the strength of a high, it increases the duration. A powerful smooth muscle relaxant, CBD makes a high more sedative, drowsy, and analgesic (a "hash" effect). Most suitable for muscle spasms and muscle pain.
- CBG (Cannabigerol)
- A Cannabinoid with anti-microbial properties. Sedative, drowsy, and hypnotic. Suitable for glaucoma and insomnia.
- CBN (Cannabinol)
- A by-product of THC degradation over time, CBN is responsible for a sedative, analgesic effect that's best described as disorienting and stupefying. Inducing an effect similar to Asprin (but 3x as strong), CBN-rich strains are great for headaches and pain relief.
- THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
- The main psychotropic ingredient in Cannabis. It is responsible for the "high," heightening of sensory perception (sight, hearing, color sensitivity), and euphoria. Its effects are analgesic, sedative, and "munchie"-inducing. Strains high in THC are most suitable for glaucoma, asthma, and pain relief.
- THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin)
- An antagonist to THC, THCV provokes a faster and stronger high, but often shortens its overall duration. It lowers appetite, and is responsible for a stronger euphoric effect. Most suitable for pain relief.
- Trichome
- The "crystals" on Cannabis buds, containing the bulk of a plant's THC. The color of the crystals reflects relative harvesting time: lighter, clearer crystals means a plant was harvested early, and will produce more of a Sativa "head" high; darker, amber crystals reflect a late harvest and a heavier, "stoned" high.