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Terpenes In Cannabis Secreted in the same glands that produce cannabinoids like THC and CBD, terpenes are aromatic oils that color cannabis varieties with distinctive flavors like citrus, berry, mint, and pine. Not unlike other strong-smelling plants and flowers, the development of terpenes in cannabis began for adaptive purposes: to repel predators and lure pollinators. There are many factors that … Continued

With all the vaping crisis’s and black-market cannabis sales, would you want to buy any cannabis product that has no information on it? Cannabis testing allows consumers to make informed purchasing decisions based on the strength and composition of cannabis products. Accurate testing is important for medical patients who need specific effects. It is also … Continued

Anatomy Of A Cannabis Plant When looking at a cannabis plant at Herbarium, you’ll notice a complex binding of different parts: the fiery orange hairs, the sugary crystals, chunky knobs encased by tiny leaves. But what exactly are all of these and what do they do? The cannabis plant is comprised of several structures, many … Continued

If you’re familiar with essential oils, you already know what terpenes are. They are aromatic oils that are secreted from specific glands in many different plants. In the cannabis plant, terpenes are produced from the same glands that are responsible for cannabinoids like THC and CBD. They developed over generations for the same reasons that … Continued

Approximately 60 million Americans suffer from insomnia each year and many of the pharmaceutical solutions to this issue can be addictive or dangerous. With it’s broadening medicinal and recreational legality, people are beginning to turn to cannabis to help them get to sleep and stay asleep. The best strains for sleep aid are ones that … Continued

You may know about the differences in your retail experience when purchasing cannabis for medicinal vs. recreational reasons, but did you know that many growers specifically cultivate their plants to serve the specific needs of both types of cannabis consumers? Medicinal cannabis is usually cultivated with the cannabinoid profile in mind. Growers aim to achieve … Continued

Growing methods are a major point of contention amongst cannabis connoisseurs. You’ve probably heard that cannabis can be grown indoors or outdoors, which is simple enough to imagine, but you might also have heard terms like “light dep” and “hydro” thrown around, which aren’t as familiar. We’re going to break down what each of these … Continued