A terpene is a naturally occurring substance that gives cannabis and other plants their unique aromas and flavours. How cannabis is grown, dried, cured and produced all affect its terpene profile. 

Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is one of the main cannabinoids in cannabis, responsible for its euphoric and intoxicating effects. While multiple cannabinoids have “THC” in their names, such as THCV and delta-8 THC, cannabis products that simply refer to “THC” are referencing delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, unless otherwise stated. 

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in cannabis. While CBD is psychoactive and does interact with the endocannabinoid system, it doesn’t produce the intoxicating effects of THC. Clinical studies have shown possible health benefits from CBD, but more research is required to fully understand these effects. 

Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds in cannabis that can be isolated for different uses. They are responsible for producing the intoxicating and non-intoxicating effects associated with consuming cannabis.

While the most commonly known cannabinoids are THC and CBD, over 100 have been discovered, including many minor cannabinoids, such as CBN and CBG.

Cannabis is the proper name for the plant that’s also referred to in slang terms as weed, pot, reefer, ganja and marijuana. Cannabis typically describes the whole plant, including the leaves, flowers, stems and roots.