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Kief vs. Hash—What’s the Difference and How Can They be Used?

Veriheal

When it comes to concentrates, edibles, and beverages the methods of infusion and extraction have developed and diversified substantially. Kief is the nickname given to trichomes when they fall off of cannabis. Kief is commonly collected inside of the bottom of grinders and also accumulates in containers used for storing cannabis.

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Shake weed – good, better or best?

The Cannigma

These remnants often contain plenty of trichomes , which is where cannabinoids and terpenes are produced and stored. Over time, those scraps collect, and if they come from a high-quality cultivar, can be great addition to to a joint or a bowl. You can find shake at dispensaries and usually at a lower price point.

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Cannabis Plant Anatomy: Tips for Successful Cultivation

Veriheal

While they are not a source of trichomes, terpenes, or cannabinoids, they still serve a crucial purpose in the plant’s anatomy. They are typically covered in a layer of trichomes and packed with cannabinoid content near the end of the flowering stage of cultivation. It is also where pollen is collected from male marijuana plants.

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Minorities in cannabis, with Steven Philpott Jr.

The Cannigma

one of our science reviewers at The Cannigma and a cannabis trichome expert who is getting his master’s in Plant Sciences. As part of his master’s degree, Steve is currently using electron microscopes to take super close-up pictures of trichomes, tiny protrusions on cannabis plants. So, a trichome is what? EG: Super cool.

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Strike Oil: Desire for Cannabis Oil Heats Up

NewsMunchies

Cannabis oil is the term used to describe extracted resin from the cannabis plant that has been dissolved to create a liquid. Cannabis oil may provide a safer delivery method than dry herb because the process by which you extract cannabis oil kills bacteria. As a result, companies and dispensaries started using solvents like butane.

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What Is CBD Oil? Let Us Explain….

Miss Marijuana

These compounds are found in trichomes , which are specialized glandular structures that cover the buds on cannabis flowers. According to Zoe Sigman at Project CBD , “The oily trichomes protect the plant from heat and ultraviolet radiation. 2. Once harvested, here comes the extraction process!

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10 badass sustainable cannabis flowers, joints, hash, and more

SpeedWeed

Did it have trichomes that stuck to your fingers? Lowell Herb Co’s Origin Collection of outdoor-grown pot. If done right, the nugs will take on a celestial quality, as did the White Fire I smoked recently: shimmering with trichomes and cured to perfection. Think about the best weed you ever bought from the local dispo.

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