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March 29, 2020

Camphene

Camphene is a marijuana terpene that is particularly known for its pungent and earthy aroma. It is found naturally in plants like ginger, nutmeg, rosemary, and fennel. Camphene is one of the strains thatCamphene is a marijuana terpene that is particularly known for its pungent and earthy aroma. It is found naturally in plants like ginger, nutmeg, rosemary, and fennel. Camphene is one of the strains that is used for diverse purposes. It was once used as a fuel for lamps, however, in contemporary times it is widely ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Camphor

Camphor is a terpenoid that is known for its distinct fragrance. It is extracted from the wood of an evergreen tree called camphor laurel and other trees of the laurel family, found mainly in SoutheastCamphor is a terpenoid that is known for its distinct fragrance. It is extracted from the wood of an evergreen tree called camphor laurel and other trees of the laurel family, found mainly in Southeast Asian countries. Camphor has been historically used in traditional medicines and religious rituals across the world. Its sublimating capability gives ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabichromene (CBC)

Cannabichromene (CBC) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid. Generally found in the tropical strain of cannabis, it possesses robust anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Recent research suggestsCannabichromene (CBC) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid. Generally found in the tropical strain of cannabis, it possesses robust anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Recent research suggests that cannabichromene inhibits the growth of cancerous tumors. CBC also binds the body’s molecular system responsible for regulating and balancing various processes. This further raises the hope of its use to ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabichromenes (CBC)

Cannabichromenes, or CBC, are amongst the four major cannabinoids found typically in Cannabis Sativa L. It is one of the hundreds of cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Currently, CBC is understudyCannabichromenes, or CBC, are amongst the four major cannabinoids found typically in Cannabis Sativa L. It is one of the hundreds of cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Currently, CBC is understudy to identify its pharmacological properties. According to the NCBI site, studies have indicated that Cannabichromenes are believed to have a strong anti-bacterial activity ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabichromevarin (CBCV)

Cannabichromevarin (CBCV) is one of many types of marijuana available. Researchers at the University of Nagasaki in Thailand isolated CBSV from a cannabis plant in 1975.  CBCV is quite popularly knownCannabichromevarin (CBCV) is one of many types of marijuana available. Researchers at the University of Nagasaki in Thailand isolated CBSV from a cannabis plant in 1975.  CBCV is quite popularly known as an anticonvulsant. It is a propyl cannabinoid, which sets it apart from CBC. The cannabinoid exists is low percentages in cannabis strains when compared ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabicyclol

Cannabicyclol (CBL) is referred to as a phytocannabinoid found in marijuana. This compound is usually found in older cannabis that has been stored for a long period. The CBL is relatively a recent discoveryCannabicyclol (CBL) is referred to as a phytocannabinoid found in marijuana. This compound is usually found in older cannabis that has been stored for a long period. The CBL is relatively a recent discovery and occurs in very small amounts. Hence, a lot of research still needs to be done on this cannabis strain. CBL ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabicyclol

Cannabicyclol, also known as CBL, is one of the least recognized and researched cannabinoids present in the cannabis plant. It is a nonpoisonous cannabinoid and can be generally found in several varieties,Cannabicyclol, also known as CBL, is one of the least recognized and researched cannabinoids present in the cannabis plant. It is a nonpoisonous cannabinoid and can be generally found in several varieties, and has a much greater content of CBC (Cannabichromene), thus the quantity of Cbl that cannabicyclol produces is quite low and it will ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabicyclolic Acid (CBLA)

Cannabicyclolic Acid (CBLA) is a rare compound usually found in cannabis. It is considered to be non-psychoactive in nature. In its pure unaltered form, it is cannabichromenic acid (CBCA), although environmentalCannabicyclolic Acid (CBLA) is a rare compound usually found in cannabis. It is considered to be non-psychoactive in nature. In its pure unaltered form, it is cannabichromenic acid (CBCA), although environmental changes related to light patterns convert it into cannabicyclolic acid. Although, the cannabicyclolic acid is not really an original cannabinoid. It is artificially produced ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabidiols (CBD)

Cannabidiol, or CBD, has recently gained a lot of popularity and witnessed quite a bit of coverage in the media. Cannabis is made up of a large number of components. Cannabidiol is the second most prevalentCannabidiol, or CBD, has recently gained a lot of popularity and witnessed quite a bit of coverage in the media. Cannabis is made up of a large number of components. Cannabidiol is the second most prevalent component behind THC in Cannabis. CBD can be directly derived from a cousin of the marijuana plant, called hemp.  ... Read More ›

March 29, 2020

Cannabidiol

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a chemical compound that is found in Cannabis or hemp plant. It is one of the many cannabinoids that exist including the ones produced by the human body. Unlike THC (tetrahydrocannabinol),Cannabidiol (CBD) is a chemical compound that is found in Cannabis or hemp plant. It is one of the many cannabinoids that exist including the ones produced by the human body. Unlike THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), which is a major cannabinoid present in Cannabis, CBD does not induce a euphoric effect on the human brain. CBD is ... Read More ›