CANNABIS 101
New to cannabis? Don’t sweat it.
We’ll get you up to speed with a quick Proper Cannabis education. We know how intimidating entering the cannabis world can be, especially with how rapidly it’s evolving. We’ll walk you through some key terms, the most common consumption methods, and how the plant goes from seed to dispensary.
Cannabis Key Terms
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Cannabidiol (CBD)List Item 1
One of the main cannabinoids found in cannabis. CBD is known for its medicinal purposes. Unlike THC, it delivers no psychoactive effects.
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CannabinoidList Item 2
The chemical compounds found in cannabis flowers. The two main cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).
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CannabisList Item 3
A flowering plant made up of three common subspecies: cannabis indica, cannabis sativa, and cannabis ruderalis.
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ConcentratesList Item 4
Extracts created through the use of a solvent to dissolve the resinous cannabinoids. They have a greater proportion of cannabinoids and terpenes than cannabis flowers. Cannabis concentrates can be found in many forms.
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Flower
The smokable, trichome-covered bud of a female cannabis plant. It is often sold as loose flower (“nugs”) or as pre-rolled joints.
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EdibleList Item 1
A food infused with cannabinoids. Because they are ingested rather than inhaled, cannabinoids take longer to enter the bloodstream, resulting in a delayed onset of effects. Their effects can also last longer, upwards of 4-6 hours.
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Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)List Item 2
The most well-known cannabinoid, THC is responsible for the psychoactive effects of cannabis (the “high”).
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TerpenesList Item 3
Organic compounds found in the trichomes that provide the aroma and flavor of the cannabis plant.
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TrichomeList Item 4
A crystal-like resin gland found on cannabis flowers that holds all the cannabinoids and terpenes. Plants with more trichomes (“crystals”) are more potent.
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Strains
A genetic variant of cannabis, typically a hybrid of the most common cannabis varieties, Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica.
Consumption
Methods
Inhalation
Products: flower, concentrates
Average Onset: 1-3 minutes
Average duration:
1-3 hours
INGESTION
Products: infused edibles, capsules, tincture
Average Onset: 30-90 minutes
Average Duration:
4-8 hours
ORAL ABSORPTION
Products: lozenges, mints, sublingual
Average Onset: 30-60 minutes
Average Duration: 2-4 hours
TOPICAL
Products: skin balms, creams
Average Onset: 20-30 minutes
Average Duration: 2-4 hours
*These are estimates, effects may vary with each individual
