Cannabis concentrate
Cannabis Concentrate
Cannabis concentrate (pronunciation: /ˈkænəbɪs ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/), also known as cannabis extract, is a highly potent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and/or cannabidiol (CBD) concentrated mass that is most similar in appearance to either honey or butter, which is why it is often referred to or known as "honey oil" or "budder".
Etymology
The term "cannabis concentrate" comes from the process of extracting the essential oils from the cannabis plant, which are concentrated in the final product. The term "concentrate" is a general term that refers to any product derived from a process of concentration or extraction.
Types of Cannabis Concentrates
There are several types of cannabis concentrates, including but not limited to:
- Hash oil: Also known as honey oil, this is a resinous matrix of cannabinoids obtained from the Cannabis plant by solvent extraction.
- Shatter: This is a type of cannabis concentrate that is known for its hard, glass-like consistency and its transparent appearance.
- Wax: This is a type of cannabis concentrate that has a softer, wax-like texture.
- Rosin: This is a solventless extract that uses heat and pressure to squeeze the resinous sap from the cannabis plant.
Related Terms
- Cannabinoids: These are the chemical compounds secreted by cannabis flowers that provide relief to an array of symptoms including pain, nausea, and inflammation.
- Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): This is the principal psychoactive constituent of cannabis.
- Cannabidiol (CBD): This is a phytocannabinoid discovered in 1940. It is one of 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis plants and accounts for up to 40% of the plant's extract.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cannabis concentrate
- Wikipedia's article - Cannabis concentrate
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