Beginner Terms — Cannabis Glossary

C

• Cannabis

  Cannabis is a flowering plant genus that produces cannabinoids like THC and CBD, used for recreational, medical, and wellness purposes.

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• Curing

  Curing is the process of slowly drying harvested cannabis in controlled conditions to develop full flavor, aroma, smoothness, and potency.

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D

• Dosing

  Dosing refers to the amount of cannabis (particularly THC in milligrams) consumed in a single session — getting the dose…

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E

• Eighth

  An eighth (1/8 oz) is the most common cannabis flower purchase size at dispensaries, equal to 3.5 grams.

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G

• Gram

  A gram is the smallest standard cannabis purchase unit, ideal for trying a new strain or a one-time session.

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H

• Hemp

  Hemp is cannabis that contains 0.3% THC or less, legally distinct from marijuana and used for CBD products, fiber, and…

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• Hybrid

  A hybrid is a cannabis strain bred from both indica and sativa genetics, offering a balanced or blended combination of…

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I

• Indica

  Indica is a cannabis classification traditionally associated with relaxing, body-focused effects, often recommended for evening or nighttime use.

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M

• Marijuana

  Marijuana is a common term for cannabis, specifically referring to cannabis plants or products with psychoactive THC content.

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• Microdosing

  Microdosing is the practice of consuming very small amounts of cannabis (typically 1-5mg THC) to achieve subtle effects without a…

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O

• Onset Time

  Onset time is how long it takes to feel the effects of cannabis after consumption — ranging from seconds (smoking)…

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P

• Potency

  Potency refers to the strength of a cannabis product, typically measured by the percentage or milligrams of THC and other…

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Q

• Quarter

  A quarter (1/4 oz) is a popular cannabis flower size equal to 7 grams — double an eighth and enough…

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S

• Sativa

  Sativa is a cannabis classification traditionally associated with uplifting, energetic, and cerebral effects, often recommended for daytime use.

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• Shelf Life

  Shelf life is how long a cannabis product remains fresh, potent, and safe to use when stored properly.

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• Strain

  A strain (or cultivar) is a specific variety of cannabis with distinct genetics, appearance, aroma, flavor, and effects.

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• Tolerance

  Tolerance is the body's reduced response to cannabis over time with regular use, requiring higher doses to achieve the same…

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