Cannabis Lexicon

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Afghan: variety of Hash from the cultivation of Cannabis indica, native to the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Afghanica: one of the 4 most famous varieties of Cannabis of Asian origin that grows in an equatorial climate, very rich in resin and exploited for its medicinal and psychotropic properties.

Calyx or cola: main part on the top of the female Cannabis plant made up of a mass of clumped flowers.

Cannabinoid or phyto-cannabinoid: substance of non-toxic, non-odorous, psycho and physiologically active plant origin, produced by the pulpy globes which are born at the base of the flowers of the Cannabis plant. There are over 100 different phyto-cannabinoids that mimic endo-cannabinoids, compounds produced by the human body. These active ingredients are able to activate internal receptors present in the human body and are responsible for the psychotropic effects and the therapeutic and medicinal benefits associated with the consumption of Cannabis.

Cannabidiol or CBD: one of the most common types of cannabinoids in Cannabis with anti-epileptic properties recognized in recent studies. It works against anxiety in a very powerful way and leads to reduce the psychotropic effect of THC. The combined effects of the THC and CBD molecules used together work synergistically to provide increased benefits. CBD is not on the list of doping products for athletes.

Cannabinol or CBN: one of the most common types of cannabinoids in Cannabis, which results from the oxidation of THC in the air and / or in the sun. Used up to 10%, this molecule neutralizes the psychotropic effects of THC.

Cannabis: plant resulting from multiple crosses of hemp varieties and whose use differs depending on the concentration of active ingredients (cannabinoids) that it produces and depending on whether the flowers, terpenes and resin that constitute it are used. . Among the most famous varieties, Sativa, Indica and Ruderalis plants… In general, Cannabis has an analgesic and anticonvulsant effect. Synonyms: marie-jeanne, marijuana…

Hemp: plant of the Cannabacea family known and domesticated since the Neolithic, composed of more than 480 different chemical substances. The virtues for humans and animals of plants rich in fiber or seeds whose THC content is generally less than or equal to 0.2% lead to their use in the food industry, construction, sound and thermal insulation, stationery, textiles and ropes, cosmetics… Synonyms: ganja, hemp…

Recreational hemp: refers to Cannabis with a THC content lower than… and a high CBD content. It does not present a psychotropic effect.

Hempseed: hemp seed obtained from male plants used, along with other ingredients, in the composition of cosmetics and food products.

Crystal: a chemical process that extracts the purest part of each cannabinoid. Synonym: isolate.

Cultivars: refers to the different strains of Cannabis.

Drug: generic name with negative resonance to designate all natural or chemical substances producing psychotropic effects. Synonym: narcotics.

Psychotropic effect: effect felt when consuming dried flowers or Cannabis resin such as THC and excluding CBD. Depending on the individual, the rate of consumption, the type of plants, the effects produced are different: euphoric, intoxicating, soothing, relaxing, soporific, etc.

Female: One of two possible sexes of a Cannabis plant that produces the desired resinous flowers. Danger if the reproductive organ called pistil is fertilized by male plants because the female plant would then produce more seeds and much less flowers.

Hemp fiber or wool: inner part of the stem of industrial hemp plants for the construction industry, sound and thermal insulation, stationery, textiles and ropes ...

Filter: piece of cardboard or glass tip that is placed on a joint in order to avoid sucking in tobacco particles and to retain the most dangerous substances contained in cigarette smoke.

Flower or Head: The top of the female Cannabis plant that contains the psycho and physiologically active chemicals called trichomes (themselves made up of cannabinoids and terpenes), which are smoked and which produce the signature highs that consumers love. The quality of a flower is often judged by its aroma, color and density of trichomes.

Smoking or smoking: a popular and popular method of consuming Cannabis flowers with an almost instantaneous effect that can last from one to several hours depending on the individual. The least healthy process.

Seeds: produced by plantes females, the seeds cannot be smoked. They are rich in protein, dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. Their properties are therefore particularly appreciated in cosmetics and in the food industry.

Herb: dried flowers selected for their high content of cannabinoids such as THC or CBD. Synonyms: weed, hay (poor quality), salad, greens, weed (English name).

Oil: def. 1: extracted after the Cannabis has been soaked in a solvent and then left to dry by evaporation; def. 2: made from the terpenes of the Cannabis plant for food and cosmetic purposes.

Indica: one of the most famous variety of Cannabis of Asian origin that grows in equatorial climates, very rich in resin and THC and exploited for its medicinal and psychotropic properties. Indica plants tend to grow short with thick stems and broad dark green leaves.

Indoor: refers to the way Cannabis is cultivated indoors under a lamp. The flowers are pale green to purple with a lower terpenes and cannabinoid content than when grown outdoors. Setting up an indoor cultivation system is complex because all the parameters (room surface, ventilation, humidity, type of lamp, etc.) must be taken into consideration.

Joint: cigarette obtained by mixing Cannabis resin or tobacco weed (Europe) or pure smoke (in the USA) rolled by hand in cigarette paper with or without adding a cardboard or glass filter to its base. Synonyms: bédo, beuz, boze, callumet, cone, kéké, pet, firecracker, spliff, stick ...

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Male: One of two possible sexes of a Cannabis plant whose reproductive organs are the stamens. Male plants produce bell-shaped flowers that are not smoky.

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Outdoor: refers to the way Cannabis is grown outdoors. Taking advantage of the benefits of the sun, the darker green flowers have a higher terpenes and cannabinoid content than when grown indoors.

Water pipe: generates and cools a large amount of smoke that the user will inhale in a single puff for a faster and more intense effect. Synonyms: bang, bong

Psychotropic: Chemical substance such as THC which acts mainly on the condition of the central nervous system and induces changes in perception, sensations, mood, consciousness or other psychological and behavioral functions.

Resin: substance derived from the secretory glands of Cannabis flowers and leaves, produced only on female plants and containing a high concentration of terpenes and cannabinoids. This resin is collected to be compressed or kneaded, and presented in the form of smoking paste. Synonyms: hash, hash, hashish, chichon ...

Ruderalis: one of the 4 most famous Cannabis strains. The name covers plants with a high THC / CBD ratio.

Sativa: One of the best-known varieties of Cannabis of Asian origin, with strong growth and cultivated in temperate countries. Sativa plants have a long flowering cycle, typically growing very tall with narrow, light green leaves. Rich in resin with a high CBD content, their medicinal properties are valued in the medical and cosmetic fields.

Sinsemilia: plant without seed (without polenization).

Stone: adjective for a change in the state of consciousness after consuming Cannabis. Synomymes: stoned, high

Narcotic: name given to a substance producing a psychotropic effect, the sale and consumption of which are still prohibited in many countries.

Terpene: aromatic oil produced by the pulpy globes born at the base of flowers and leaves, modulating the psychoactive effects of cannabinoids. Main ingredients of essential oils produced by many plant species, the most famous terpenes present in Cannabis and in nature are Limonene (lemon), Myrcene (blueberries), Linalool, Alpha bisabolol, Delta 3 carene, Borneol, Alpha and Beta-pinene (fir), Eucalyptol (eucalyptus), Terpineol, Caryophyllene and other Cineol. Combined differently, terpenes modulate or modify the effects of Cannabis.

Stem: elongated part of the plant supporting the flowers and leaves. It can be thin or thicker depending on the variety of the plant and carries the elements it needs to grow.

THC or tetrahydrocannabinol: molecule responsible for psychotropic effects, it is one of the most widespread and sought after cannabinoids in Cannabis. The trade and consumption of products made with a THC content of less than 1% is allowed.

Topical: for the skin

Trichome: hair surmounted by a pulpy globe giving an shiny appearance at the base of Cannabis flowers or leaves by secreting resin. Originally, they allowed the plant to defend itself against invasions by insects. The higher the concentration of trichomes, the higher the content of terpenes and phyto-cannabinoids and the higher the quality of the plant.

Vape: a process for inhaling water vapor heated by a resistance to produce an aerosol that mimics tobacco smoke.