Originating from the Hindu Kush mountain range within Afghanistan and Pakistan, Cannabis indica plants are generally faster-growing, bushier and up to six feet shorter than Cannabis sativa, with dark green leaves. It was once thought that sativa and indica produced distinct effects, but these names are simply botanical terms for the structure of each plant type.  

Topical products are infused with cannabis extracts and are meant to be applied to the external body surface, such as hair, skin and nails. Topical products include bath salts, lotions, gels, face masks, bath bombs, exfoliants and more. 

A pipe is used to smoke dried cannabis flower. It can be made of many materials, including metal, glass, wood and acrylic. This accessory is typically used without water, unlike a bong, which is also known as a water pipe. 

Strain is an umbrella term that describes the genetic properties of a cannabis product, including its name, whether it is an indica, sativa or hybrid and its potential effects. While the term “strain” is widely used, it doesn’t accurately capture the deliberate breeding and agriculture techniques that affect the final product and its properties. Cultivar is the more appropriate word to describe modern-day cannabis varieties grown by Licensed Producers.

A hybrid is a genetic cross between Cannabis indica and Cannabis sativa strains. Although most of the cannabis consumed today is hybrid, it is often identified as either indica or sativa dominant. 

Originating from South America, the Caribbean and Africa, Cannabis sativa can grow up to 25 feet and has long serrated light green leaves. It’s typically taller and more slender than Cannabis indica. Sativa and indica were once thought to produce distinct effects, but these are simply botanical terms for each unique plant structure.  

A vaporizer is an accessory used to inhale dried cannabis or cannabis concentrates by gently heating them to produce a vapour, instead of burning to create smoke. Vaporizers come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be recharged and refilled. Some vaporizers are designed solely for dried cannabis flower, while others are made exclusively for cannabis concentrates. While they also produce vapour instead of smoke, vapes differ from vaporizers.  

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.