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Cannabis Terpenes, Part 1

FloridaMarijuana.net

Cannabis sativa , the Latin name for the cannabis plant, produces a resin that supports the medicinal and psychoactive properties within the plan. This resin is a sticky and thick-textured substance that contain a variety of terpenes and cannabinoid metabolites. Terpenes, in part, influence a cannabis strains’ flavor and aroma.

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Finding Rare Cannabinoids in Non-Cannabis Plants

Project CBD

3,4 In a May 2023 article in Nature Plants , Weissman Institute scientists confirmed that woolly umbrella produces CBGA in trichomes on its leaves, but hardly any CBGA was present on its flowers. That’s different from cannabis, where CBGA and other cannabinoids are concentrated in trichomes on flower tops. umbraculigerum.

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Durban Poison Strain: Reviewing The “Espresso of Cannabis”

Veriheal

A strong sativa with an invigorating high, Durban Poison is not for the weak of heart – or the low of tolerance. As a flower enthusiast with naturally high anxiety, I’m on a mission to find the perfect sativa: one that keeps me energized and focused throughout my day without causing panic.

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Understanding Cannabis Terpenes and Their Effects

Veriheal

Many may not know that cannabis terpenes play a significant role in the benefits and effects of the cannabis plant. In fact, terpenes interact with these chemical compounds and change effects. In order to benefit the most from cannabis consumption, the terpene content or profile of a strain is just as important as the cannabinoids. .

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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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Review: Orange Mojito by The Botanist

Illinois News Joint

Not only did the name promise a citrus-heavy profile, the genetics leaned toward the sativa side of the spectrum. Orange Mojito is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Orange Cookies and SinMint Cookies. Listed terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.63%, limonene at 0.47%, and β-myrcene at 0.23%.

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Study: Marijuana Terpenes Have Anti-inflammatory Potential

The Joint Blog

Terpenes derived from marijuana may have strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, according to a new study. The study, titled “Anti-inflammatory Potential of Terpenes Present in Cannabis sativa L.”, “Cannabis sativa L. “Cannabis sativa L. (C. ” Cannabis sativa L. (C.