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An Introduction to Cannabis Trichomes

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

If you’re not already familiar with the ins and outs of the cannabis plant, then you might not know about cannabis trichomes. How can trichomes best be utilized by cannabis fans? Today, we’d like to answer each of these questions and give our readers a thorough overview of cannabis trichomes.

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What are trichomes?

Marijuana Seeds NL

If you’re familiar with the stickiness of good bud, then you’re already familiar with the peculiar term of ‘trichomes’. Trichomes comes from the Greek word Trích?ma In weed’s case, trichomes are the sticky-icky microscopic crystals that contain the plant’s beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes. What are trichomes?

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Guide to Cannabis Cultivation: From Seed to Harvest

Medicinal Marijuana Association

As you embark on the journey of cannabis cultivation, think of each step as a carefully woven thread, intertwining to create a tapestry of greenery and possibility. Understanding the nuances of seed selection, germination techniques, and growth phases can be the key to unlocking a successful cannabis cultivation journey.

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What You Need to Know before Trying Rick Simpson Oil

United Patients Group

Rick Simpson Oil, or RSO for short ( aka FECO – Full Extract Cannabis Oil ) is a cannabis-based oil developed by Canadian engineer and cannabis activist Rick Simpson. He was motivated to make the oil after he was diagnosed with skin cancer. What’s the Story behind Rick Simpson’s Oil?

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How to make CBD oil with CBD crystals

Alchimia

In many cases, CBD oil can be prepared with a few cannabinoid-rich cannabis flowers, some vegetable oil and a little patience. However, it is frankly difficult to establish an exact CBD content in these types of home extractions unless you analyse the resulting oil, and you may not have CBD-rich buds on hand.

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When’s the best time to harvest cannabis flowers? 

The Cannigma

Harvesting cannabis is simultaneously the most exciting and stressful time for growers. But before you rush to the finish line, make sure you know the basics of cannabis cultivation for beginners. To know when to harvest cannabis, you should have a basic understanding of the plant’s life cycle. Related Stories.

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Understanding Hash and Its Many Varieties

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

While we have long been aware of the potential medical benefits of the cannabis plant, it is only in more recent years that we’ve truly started investing in research on the subject. However, what many don’t realize is that hash is derived from the cannabis plant as well. Consider CBD oil, for instance. What Is Hash?

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