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Pinene: Fresh From The Forest Energizing Cannabis Terpenes
Pinene is a very common terpene in cannabis and other plants. It can be found in cannabis, hops, cumin, pine and conifer trees, juniper, cedar, sage, basil, parsley, rosemary, dill, oranges, nutmeg, ginger, lime peel, allspice, bitter fennel, and eucalyptus. Pinene is thought to have many benefits including, pain relief, anti-microbial activity, cancer cell inhibition, promoting brain function, increasing airflow to the lungs, and antioxidant protection [2]. To learn more about other terpenes, you can check out our articles on beta-caryophyllene and myrcene.Table Of ContentsAlpha vs Beta-PineneWhen it comes to... Read more...
Understanding the CB2 Receptor of the Endocannabinoid System The endocannabinoid system and the brain.
When you consume any cannabinoid, it works in the body through the endocannabinoid system. This system has two main types of cannabinoid receptors. The first to be discovered is the CB1 receptor that is associated with THC (a plant cannabinoid) and anandamide (AEA; an endocannabinoid produced naturally by the body) [6]. Later, the CB2 receptor (aka CBR2; cannabinoid receptor type 2) was discovered.The cannabinoids CBD and THC can bind (weakly/partially) to this receptor and so can the terpene beta-caryophyllene. Surprisingly, CBD does not mainly work via CB2, it has more... Read more...
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (aka Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome) is a new clinical diagnosis for a condition that affects some cannabis users. This condition is being identified in younger cannabis users who use cannabis regularly for extended periods of time (years). As the name implies, it is characterized by 'hyper-' (frequent) '-emesis' (vomiting).While cannabis normally can help soothe nausea and vomiting, some individuals experience paradoxical effects on the gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system. This is the case for all types of cannabis, including hemp flower which can also trigger Cannabinoid Hyperemesis... Read more...
Limonene: The Terpene With Uplifting Citrus Flavor
Limonene is one of the most common terpenes in the world. It is very common among cannabis varieties and can be found in strains of all origins thanks to extensive hybridization. Finding a cannabis strain that doesn't have limonene is actually more difficult than finding strains that contain this uplifting terpene.Outside of cannabis, limonene can be found in citrus fruits and coniferous and broadleaved trees. Many trees produce the terpene, including red and silver maple, cottonwoods, aspens, sumac, spruce, various pines and firs, cedars, and junipers.Table of ContentsThe Limonene Molecule... Read more...
Understanding the CB1 Receptor of the Endocannabinoid System
Cannabinoid receptor type 1 (CB1, CBR 1) is a receptor protein in the body’s endocannabinoid system. Naturally, this receptor binds with the endocannabinoid anandamide (AEA). However, it is also able to bind to the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is found in hemp flower in small amounts and marijuana in large amounts.CB1 was the first cannabinoid receptor to be discovered. It is mainly located in the brain and central nervous system. Cannabinoid receptor type 2 (CB2, CBR2) was discovered later and is found mostly in the peripheral nervous system. For this... Read more...
Beta-Caryophyllene: A Terpene That Acts Like a Cannabinoid
The cannabis terpene beta-caryophyllene is very unique because it can bind to the CB2 endocannabinoid receptor like a cannabinoid (THC, CBD, CBG, CBN, etc.). It is one of the big reasons people are encouraged to look beyond cannabinoid potency and consider a strain for its terpene profile as well. Cannabinoids can work together with terpenes like beta-caryophyllene, but CBD terpenes also have beneficial properties of their own. The benefits of beta-caryophyllene are similar to CBD benefits because both activate CB2 endocannabinoid receptors in the human body. So how does beta-caryophyllene... Read more...
The Blue Gas Hemp Strain: Blue Dream's Hemp Legacy
The Blue Gas CBD hemp flower stain is bred from the famous cannabis lineage of Blue Dream. This may surprise those who thought the name was implying a cross of something like Blueberry and Purple Gas. However, the Blue Gas hemp flower does not disappoint. It has potent flavors and scents and its big fat blue-green buds are super sticky and resinous. This is a great strain for both new and experienced CBD users.Blue Gas Hemp Flower from Plain JaneTable of ContentsBlue Gas Hemp GeneticsBlue Gas CBD hemp flower is... Read more...
What Is Cannabinol (CBN)?
Cannabis is composed of more than just CBD and THC. In fact, there are hundreds of cannabinoids, most falling into either major or minor categories. While CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) are considered major cannabinoids due to their abundance and extensive study, lesser-known compounds like CBN (cannabinol) are classified as minor cannabinoids.CBN is gaining attention for its unique characteristics, but how does it compare to other cannabinoids? Let’s explore what makes CBN distinct, how it's formed, and what early research and consumer interest are revealing.Cannabinol Synthesis and DerivativesThere are several... Read more...
What is Hemp Mold and What Does it Look Like?
Mold is a common issue with all types of cannabis, and hemp mold can be hard to spot with pictures alone. In this article, we will show you what moldy hemp flower looks like and talk about some of the other issues it can be confused with.Moldy Hemp or Dark Colored Hemp?Hemp flower of the same strain and from the same batch can still widely vary in appearance, mainly the bud color. While some strains are naturally darker or have hues of purple, others can be green and have hues... Read more...
The Cloud 9 CBD Hemp Strain: For Beginners and Experts Alike
Cloud-9 CBD hemp flower is a cross between Harle Tsu and Autoflower #14. This premium artisanal hemp flower is indoor-grown to perfection for your enjoyment. Its buds are full but looser, similar to those produced by kush-genetics. Table of ContentsCloud 9 CBD Hemp Flower GeneticsHarle Tsu and Autoflower #14 are the parents of the new 2020 hemp strain Cloud 9 CBD. Understanding these parent strains can help people get an idea of what their offspring might be like.Harle TsuPlain Jane Harle Tsu hemp flower (Harlequin Tsunami) is herbal, fruity, and has pine... Read more...
Durban Diesel Hemp Flower: Is Sativa Hemp for You?
Durban Diesel CBD Hemp Flower is an artisanal hemp flower strain. The high terpene content of this hemp flower comes from its cannabis ancestors Durban Poison and Sour Diesel. While breeders won’t tell you how they converted those into a CBD hemp flower with delta-9-THC less than 0.3%, we can tell you that Durban Diesel hemp flower is sweet, fruity, and has a diesel undertone. Beta-Myrcene and Beta-Caryophyllene are especially prominent terpenes found in this hemp strain.Plain Jane's Durban Diesel Hemp FlowerTable of ContentsWhat is Sativa Hemp?A 'sativa' hemp strain is... Read more...
CBD and Hemp Legality in Washington DC - 2021 Update
2021 Update:D.C. is a special case when it comes to adult use cannabis under Initiative 71 - and it’s best to dig into that to understand cannabis law in Washington D.C.No updates have been made to hemp- CBD laws in Washington D.C.In addition to the federal hemp laws laid out in the 2018 Farm Bill, each state has its own state hemp laws. Before we dive in on Washington DC Hemp Laws and the legality of CBD in Washington DC, it is important to understand the different types of hemp... Read more...