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Finding Rare Cannabinoids in Non-Cannabis Plants

Project CBD

Researchers from Israel’s Weizmann Institute recently reported that they found cannabigerolic acid (CBGA) and other rare cannabinoids in Helichrysum umbraculigerum, a perennial shrub informally known as the woolly umbrella. But a follow-up study conducted by Italian researchers in 2017 failed to find CBG or its acidic precursor in H.

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Review: Raspberry Shortcake by Revolution

Illinois News Joint

When I noticed Raspberry Shortcake as one of the cultivator’s entries in the High Times Sativa Flower Cannabis Cup , I couldn’t help but wonder how the release balanced sweet berry and that classic doughy tone. Raspberry Shortcake is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Raspberry Bellini and Slapz.

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Guide to Cannabis Cultivation: From Seed to Harvest

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Consider factors such as Indica or Sativa dominance, autoflowering capabilities, and desired effects like relaxation or creativity. Research different strains to find the right balance of THC and CBD levels for your needs. To maximize potency, wait for some amber trichomes to develop for a more relaxing effect.

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5 Rare Cannabis Strains You Should Try if You Get the Chance

Veriheal

There is a plethora of Indica, Sativa, and hybrid cannabis strains available on both the recreational and medical cannabis markets. As research develops, we are beginning to understand that these classifications are of lesser importance than the terpene and cannabinoid composition of different strains or chemovars.

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Review: Berry Tart by Savvy

Illinois News Joint

Cannabis sativa is a fascinating plant with such a wide variety of expressions that the same genetics can display a variety of traits. ILNJ photos A handful of closely trimmed, pointed popcorn buds carried a vibrant turf-green base color, some remnant of orange hairs, and a speckling of small but visible trichomes.

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Guide to Cannabis Cultivation: From Seed to Harvest

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Consider factors such as Indica or Sativa dominance, autoflowering capabilities, and desired effects like relaxation or creativity. Research different strains to find the right balance of THC and CBD levels for your needs. To maximize potency, wait for some amber trichomes to develop for a more relaxing effect.

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Review: The Glove by Tales & Travels

Illinois News Joint

ILNJ photos The eighth came as a handful of loosely structured, bright green buds with patches of clumped-together thick-orange hairs and a generous milky trichome frost. The aroma from the mylar was sweet with berries and heavy cream on the front followed by a more complex blend of fresh mint, lavender and earth as the scent developed.

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