CBD Logistics Glossary

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Acclimatization: the process of gradually adjusting a plant to a new environment.

Achene: the botanical term for the type of dry, single-seeded fruit that a cannabis seed actually is.

Aeration: the process of introducing air into the growing medium to ensure roots have access to oxygen.

Aeroponics: a cultivation technique where roots are suspended in the air and misted with a nutrient-rich solution.

Agitation: the physical process of shaking or stirring plant material to make bubble hash.

Air-Pot: a brand of plant container with holes in its sides to promote air pruning of the roots.

Alkalinity: a measure of a substance’s ability to neutralize acid, an important factor in water and soil pH.

Amendment: any material added to soil to improve its physical or chemical properties.

Anandamide: an endocannabinoid produced by the human body, known as the “bliss molecule.”

Ancillary Business: a business that supports the cannabis industry without touching the plant itself (e.g., packaging, software).

Anthocyanin: a type of flavonoid that produces purple, blue, or red coloration in cannabis plants.

Apical Meristem: the primary growth tip of the plant, found at the top of the main cola.

Ash Catcher: an accessory for a bong that catches ash and debris before it enters the main chamber.

Atomizer: the heating element component in a vaporizer or vape pen that turns liquid into vapor.

Autoflower: a cannabis variety containing Ruderalis genetics that flowers based on age, not on the light cycle.

Auxin: a class of plant hormones that play a key role in root development and directional growth.

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B2B (Business-to-Business): describes commercial transactions between two businesses.

B2C (Business-to-Consumer): describes commercial transactions directly between a company and its end users.

Backcross (BX): a breeding technique where a hybrid plant is bred with one of its parents.

Badder: a cannabis concentrate with a texture similar to cake batter or frosting.

Ballast: an electrical device that regulates the current to a lamp in a grow light setup.

Batch Number: a unique code identifying a specific group of products, crucial for traceability.

Bioavailability: the degree and rate at which a substance like CBD is absorbed into the bloodstream.

Biomass: raw plant material used for large-scale extraction of cannabinoids.

Bisabolol: a terpene with a light, sweet, floral aroma, also found in chamomile.

Blunt: a hollowed-out cigar filled with ground cannabis.

Bong: a water filtration device used for smoking cannabis flower.

Boron: an essential micronutrient for plant health.

Botanical: a substance obtained from a plant and used in a product for its therapeutic properties.

Bract: the small, tear-shaped leaf that encapsulates the female plant’s reproductive parts.

Broad Spectrum: an extract containing a range of cannabinoids and terpenes but with the THC specifically removed.

Bubble Bag: a filtration bag used to make bubble hash by separating trichomes in ice water.

Bubble Hash: a high-quality hashish made using ice water to separate trichomes.

Bucking: the process of removing buds from the branches and stalks after harvest.

Bud: a common term for the smokable flower of the female cannabis plant.

Bud Rot: a common grey mold (Botrytis cinerea) that attacks dense cannabis buds.

Budder: a type of cannabis concentrate with a soft, opaque, butter-like consistency.

Budtender: an employee at a cannabis dispensary who serves and advises customers.

Butane Hash Oil (BHO): any cannabis extract made using butane as the primary solvent.

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Calyx: the first part of a flower to form, a set of small leaves at the base of the bud.

Camphene: a terpene with a pungent, damp, and woodsy aroma.

Cannabichromene (CBC): a non-psychoactive phytocannabinoid studied for various therapeutic properties.

Cannabicyclol (CBL): a minor, non-psychoactive cannabinoid that forms from the degradation of CBC.

Cannabidiol (CBD): the major non-psychoactive cannabinoid in hemp.

Cannabidiolic Acid (CBDA): the raw, acidic precursor to CBD found in living cannabis plants.

Cannabidivarin (CBDV): a non-psychoactive minor cannabinoid similar in structure to CBD.

Cannabigerol (CBG): a non-psychoactive cannabinoid often called the “mother cannabinoid.”

Cannabinoid: the class of chemical compounds that interact with the Endocannabinoid System (ECS).

Cannabinol (CBN): a minor cannabinoid formed as THC degrades.

Cannasseur: a connoisseur of cannabis.

Canopy: the collective top layer of branches and leaves of a cannabis plant or an entire crop.

Carb Cap: an accessory used during dabbing to cover the nail and regulate airflow.

Carbohydrates: sugars and starches used by the cannabis plant as energy for growth.

Carbon Filter: a device used in an indoor grow setup to scrub odors from the air.

Carrier Oil: an oil (like MCT Oil) used to dilute a cannabis extract.

Cartridge (Vape Cart): a pre-filled container of cannabis oil for use with a vaporizer battery.

Caryophyllene: a common terpene in cannabis with a spicy, peppery aroma.

Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC): a measure of a soil’s ability to hold and release positively charged nutrients.

Certificate of Analysis (CoA): a lab report from a third-party laboratory verifying a product’s contents.

Chelation: a process that makes metallic micronutrients more easily available for plant uptake.

Chillum: a simple, straight conical pipe traditionally used for smoking cannabis.

Chlorophyll: the green pigment in plants that is essential for photosynthesis.

Chlorosis: a condition where leaves produce insufficient chlorophyll, causing them to turn yellow.

Chromatography: a laboratory technique used to separate and purify compounds like cannabinoids.

Closed-Loop Extraction: a professional extraction method where the solvent is contained in a closed system.

Clone: a cutting from a “mother plant,” used for propagation.

CO2 Extraction: a safe and effective extraction method using supercritical carbon dioxide as a solvent.

Coco Coir: a popular hydroponic growing medium made from coconut husks.

Cola: the main flowering site at the top of a cannabis plant where buds cluster.

Cold Start Dab: a dabbing method where the concentrate is placed in the nail before it is heated.

Combustion: the act of burning cannabis, which releases its compounds.

Compliance: adhering to all laws and regulations governing cannabis.

Compost Tea: a liquid, nutrient-rich fertilizer made by steeping compost in water.

Concentrate: a high-potency product created by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes.

Conduction: a heating method in vaporizers where the cannabis is heated through direct contact.

Convection: a heating method in vaporizers that circulates hot air around the cannabis.

Cotyledon: the first embryonic leaves that appear when a seed germinates.

Cottonmouth: the sensation of a dry mouth after consuming cannabis.

Couch-Lock: a strong, sedating physical effect associated with potent Indica strains.

Craft Cannabis: cannabis grown in small batches with a focus on meticulous care and quality.

Cross / Cross-breeding: breeding two different strains to create a new hybrid.

Crutch: a small, stiff paper filter placed at the mouth-end of a joint.

Crumble: a type of cannabis concentrate with a dry, crumbly, and honeycomb-like texture.

Cultivar: a more formal botanical term for a plant variety that has been produced by selective breeding.

Curing: the post-harvest process of slowly drying buds to enhance their terpene profile.

Cuticle: the waxy outer layer of a plant’s leaves that helps prevent water loss.

Cutting: another term for a clone.

Cystolithic Trichome: a type of non-glandular trichome on cannabis that does not produce cannabinoids.

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Dab Mat: a silicone mat placed under a dab rig to protect surfaces.

Dab Rig: a specialized type of bong used for consuming cannabis concentrates.

Dabber: a small tool used to handle and apply concentrates.

Dabbing: a method of consuming concentrates by vaporizing them on a hot surface.

Dank: slang for high-quality, potent, and aromatic cannabis flower.

Decarboxylation: the process of heating cannabis to “activate” cannabinoids.

Decriminalization: the act of reducing legal penalties for cannabis possession.

Deep Water Culture (DWC): a hydroponics method where plant roots are suspended directly in a nutrient-rich, oxygenated water solution.

Defoliation: the selective removal of a plant’s leaves to improve light penetration.

Delta-8-THC: a cannabinoid similar to THC but with a lower psychoactive potency.

Delta-9-THC: the scientific name for the primary psychoactive cannabinoid, THC.

Diamonds: a high-potency concentrate consisting of crystalline structures of pure THCA.

Dicot: a type of flowering plant that has two embryonic leaves, or cotyledons; cannabis is a dicot.

Dioecious: a botanical term for a plant species that has distinct male and female individuals.

Dispensary: a retail store selling legal cannabis products to consumers.

Distillate: a highly refined and potent cannabis extract.

Downstem: the glass tube that connects the bowl of a bong to the main chamber.

Drip Irrigation: an efficient watering method that delivers a slow drip of water to the plant’s roots.

Dropper: a small glass or plastic tube with a rubber bulb used for administering tinctures.

Dry Herb Vaporizer: a vaporizer specifically designed to be used with raw cannabis flower.

Dry Sift: a type of hash made by sieving dried cannabis flower over a screen to collect kief.

Dugout: a small, portable box designed to hold a one-hitter and ground cannabis.

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Ebb and Flow: a hydroponics system where the grow tray is periodically flooded with nutrient solution and then drained.

E-nail: an electronic heating element for a dab rig that maintains a precise temperature.

Edible: any food or drink infused with cannabis extracts.

Endocannabinoid System (ECS): a vital biological system in the body that regulates homeostasis.

Entourage Effect: the theory that cannabis compounds work better together synergistically than in isolation.

Enzyme: a protein that acts as a catalyst for biochemical reactions, important for nutrient breakdown in soil.

Epidermis: the outer layer of cells covering a plant’s leaves and stems.

Ethanol Extraction: an extraction method that uses high-grade alcohol as a solvent.

Eucalyptol: a terpene with a minty, spicy, and cooling aroma, also found in eucalyptus trees.

Extraction: the process of separating desirable compounds from the cannabis plant.

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F1 Hybrid: the first generation offspring resulting from a cross between two different parent strains.

Fan Leaves: the large, multi-fingered leaves on a cannabis plant essential for photosynthesis.

Feminized: seeds bred to produce exclusively female plants.

Fertilizer: a substance containing essential nutrients added to soil or water.

Filtration: the process of passing smoke through water in a bong to cool and purify it.

Fimming: a high-stress training technique to encourage more cola growth.

Flavonoids: phytonutrients in cannabis contributing to color, flavor, and the entourage effect.

Flower: the dried, cured, and smokable inflorescence of the female cannabis plant.

Flowering Stage: the phase of the plant’s life cycle where it produces flowers.

Flushing: the practice of giving a plant only water without nutrients before harvest.

Full Melt: the highest quality of hash, which melts completely when heated.

Full Spectrum: a cannabis extract that preserves all compounds from the plant.

Fungus Gnat: a common pest in indoor cannabis cultivation that thrives in damp soil.

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Ganja: a common slang term for cannabis, with roots in Sanskrit and Jamaican culture.

Gas Chromatography (GC): a laboratory technique used to separate and analyze compounds that can be vaporized without decomposition.

Genetics: the genetic makeup of a cannabis plant, determining its strain characteristics.

Genotype: the specific genetic code of an individual organism.

Geraniol: a terpene with a sweet, rosy, and floral scent.

Germination: the initial stage of growth when a seed sprouts into a seedling.

Gibberellin: a plant hormone that regulates growth processes, including stem elongation and germination.

Glandular Trichome: a trichome with a stalk and a head that produces and secretes cannabinoids and terpenes.

Glass: a colloquial term for cannabis smoking accessories like bongs and pipes.

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices): a set of rigorous quality standards for manufacturing.

Grinder: a tool used to break down cannabis buds.

Grow Light: an artificial light source designed to simulate the sun for indoor growth.

Grow Medium: the material in which a cannabis plant’s roots grow.

Grow Tent: a portable, enclosed space designed for indoor cultivation.

Guano: the excrement of bats or seabirds, used as a potent natural fertilizer.

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Hash / Hashish: a concentrate made by compressing the plant’s trichomes.

Head High: a term for the cerebral, uplifting effects of Sativa strains.

Head Shop: a retail store that sells smoking accessories and cannabis-related paraphernalia.

Heirloom: a cannabis strain grown in its native environment and not cross-bred.

Hemp: a legal classification for Cannabis sativa containing legally low THC levels.

Hemp Seed Oil: nutritious oil from hemp seeds, containing no cannabinoids.

Hemp Wick: a string made of hemp fiber and coated in beeswax, used as a natural flame source.

Hermaphrodite: a cannabis plant that develops both male and female reproductive organs.

High-Pressure Sodium (HPS): a type of high-intensity discharge (HID) grow light that emits a red/orange spectrum, ideal for the flowering stage.

High-Stress Training (HST): cultivation techniques that involve intentionally damaging the plant, like supercropping or topping, to increase yield.

Homeostasis: the state of steady internal balance maintained by the ECS.

Homogenization: the process of making a mixture uniform, such as evenly distributing CBD isolate in a carrier oil.

Hotboxing: the act of smoking cannabis in a small, unventilated space to maximize smoke concentration.

HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography): a precise analytical technique used in lab testing.

Humidor: a storage container designed to maintain a specific level of humidity.

Humulene: a terpene with a hoppy, woody aroma, also found in hops.

Humus: the dark, organic material in soil that is formed from decomposed plant and animal matter.

Hybrid: a cannabis strain that is a mix of Indica and Sativa genetics.

Hydrocarbon Extraction: an extraction method using solvents like butane or propane.

Hydrometer: an instrument used to measure the specific gravity (or relative density) of liquids.

Hydroponics: a method of growing plants in a nutrient-rich water solution, without soil.

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Ice Water Hash: another term for Bubble Hash.

Inbred Line (IBL): a cannabis strain that has been bred with its relatives for multiple generations to stabilize its traits.

Indica: a subspecies of cannabis (Cannabis indica) known for physically sedating effects.

Indoor: a cultivation method where all environmental factors are controlled artificially.

Inflorescence: the botanical term for the complete flowering head of a plant.

Ingestion: a method of consumption that involves eating or drinking a cannabis product.

Inhalation: the most common consumption method, including smoking or using a vaporizer.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM): a holistic strategy for managing pests that minimizes the use of chemical pesticides.

Internode: the space on a plant’s stem between two nodes.

Isolate: the purest form of a single cannabinoid, with all other plant compounds removed.

Isomer: a molecule that has the same chemical formula as another but a different arrangement of atoms.

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Joint: a hand-rolled cannabis cigarette.

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Kelvin (K): a unit of temperature used to describe the color temperature of a grow light.

Kief: an accumulation of dry, powdered trichomes that fall off the flower.

Kush: a famous lineage of cannabis strains originating from the Hindu Kush mountains.

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Landrace: a pure, original cannabis strain adapted to a specific geographical region.

Leaching: the process of excess water draining through the soil, which can carry away valuable nutrients.

LEC (Light Emitting Ceramic): a type of high-intensity discharge (HID) grow light known for its full-spectrum output.

LED (Light Emitting Diode): an energy-efficient type of grow light.

Legalization: the process of making the possession, sale, and cultivation of cannabis legal.

Light Burn: damage to plant leaves caused by being too close to a powerful grow light.

Light Cycle: the schedule of light and darkness a cannabis plant is exposed to.

Limonene: a terpene with a strong citrus aroma, believed to have mood-elevating properties.

Linalool: a terpene with a floral, lavender-like scent, known for its calming properties.

Lipophilic: “fat-loving”; describes how cannabinoids dissolve in fats and oils.

Live Resin: a high-end concentrate made from fresh-frozen cannabis to preserve terpenes.

Live Rosin: a premium, solventless concentrate made by pressing hash from fresh-frozen material.

Living Soil: an organic cultivation method using soil rich in microorganisms.

Loam: the ideal type of soil for cultivation, containing a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay.

Logistics: the management of the seed-to-sale supply chain.

Lollipopping: a pruning technique where the lower branches of a plant are removed.

Low-Stress Training (LST): a gentle cultivation technique that involves bending and tying down plant branches.

Lumen: a measure of the total quantity of visible light emitted by a source.

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Macronutrients: the primary nutrients a plant needs in large amounts: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K).

Mainlining: an advanced training technique that creates a manifold to produce multiple, uniform colas.

Manifolding: another term for Mainlining.

MCT Oil: a popular carrier oil derived from coconuts, valued for its fast absorption.

Meristem: plant tissue consisting of undifferentiated cells capable of cell division, found in growth zones.

Metal Halide (MH): a type of high-intensity discharge (HID) grow light that emits a blueish spectrum, ideal for the vegetative stage.

Micron: a unit of measurement used to denote the size of the screen openings in bubble bags.

Micronutrients: essential nutrients a plant needs in smaller quantities.

Microdosing: consuming very small doses of a substance to gain therapeutic benefits.

Monoecious: a plant that has both male and female reproductive organs on the same individual.

Mother Plant: a female cannabis plant kept in a vegetative stage to provide clones.

MSO (Multi-State Operator): a company that operates cannabis businesses in multiple US states.

The Munchies: slang for the increased appetite stimulated by cannabis.

Myrcene: a common terpene in cannabis with an earthy, musky aroma.

Mycorrhizae: beneficial fungi that form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots.

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Nail: the part of a dab rig that is heated to vaporize concentrates.

Nectar Collector: a small, portable device for dabbing that functions like a straw.

Node: the point on a plant’s stem where leaves and branches emerge.

Non-glandular Trichome: a hair-like trichome that does not produce cannabinoids and serves a protective function.

N-P-K: the ratio of Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) in a fertilizer.

Novel Food: an EU regulatory designation for certain foods, including CBD extracts.

Nug: slang for a whole, dried cannabis bud or flower.

Nutrient Burn: damage to a plant caused by over-fertilization.

Nutrient Film Technique (NFT): a hydroponics method where a very shallow stream of nutrient-rich water is recirculated over plant roots.

Nutrient Lockout: a condition where a plant is unable to absorb available nutrients.

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Ocimene: a terpene with a sweet, herbaceous, and woody aroma.

Odor Control: the practice of using devices like carbon filters to manage the strong smell of cannabis.

Ohm: a unit of electrical resistance, relevant for understanding vape pen coils.

One-Hitter: a small, slender pipe designed for a single inhalation.

Onset Time: the amount of time it takes to feel the effects of a cannabis product.

Open Blasting: a dangerous and outdated method of hydrocarbon extraction performed in the open air.

Organic: cannabis grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

Outdoor: a cultivation method where cannabis is grown outside.

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PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation): the range of the light spectrum that plants use for photosynthesis.

Percolator: a feature inside a bong that diffuses smoke through water for extra filtration.

Perlite: a type of volcanic glass added to soil to improve aeration and drainage.

Permaculture: a holistic design philosophy for sustainable agriculture that mimics natural ecosystems.

Pesticides: chemicals used to kill pests.

Petiole: the stalk that attaches a leaf blade to the plant’s stem.

pH: a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the soil or water.

Pheno-hunting: the process of growing multiple seeds of the same strain to find the best phenotype.

Phenotype: the observable physical characteristics of a plant.

Phloem: the vascular tissue in plants that transports sugars from the leaves to the rest of the plant.

Photosynthesis: the process by which plants use light energy to create food.

Photoperiod: the duration of light and darkness a plant is exposed to in a 24-hour period.

Phytocannabinoid: any cannabinoid naturally produced by the cannabis plant.

Phytoremediation: the use of plants, like hemp, to clean up contaminants from soil and water.

Pinene: a terpene with a pine-like aroma.

Pistil: the female reproductive organ of a flower, composed of the stigma, style, and ovary.

Pollen Sac: the male organ on a cannabis plant that produces and holds pollen.

Pollination: the process of male pollen fertilizing a female plant, which then produces seeds.

Polyhybrid: a hybrid created by crossing two other hybrid strains.

Popcorn Nugs: small, airy buds that typically grow on the lower branches of a plant.

Potency: the concentration of cannabinoids in a product.

Powdery Mildew: a common fungal disease that affects cannabis plants.

Pre-flower: the early stage of flowering where the first signs of sex (pistils or pollen sacs) become visible.

Pre-Roll: a pre-made, ready-to-smoke joint.

PPM (Parts Per Million): a unit used to measure the concentration of dissolved nutrients in a hydroponic solution.

Propagation: the process of creating new plants, either from seeds or clones.

Pruning: the act of selectively removing parts of a plant to improve its growth or shape.

Psychoactive: a substance that affects brain function and alters consciousness.

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Quarantine: the practice of isolating new plants or clones to ensure they don’t introduce pests or diseases.

Quart (of soil): a common unit of measurement for potting soil.

Quartz Banger: a popular type of nail for a dab rig made from quartz.

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Reclaim: the residual concentrate left over inside a dab rig.

Recreational: the use of cannabis for enjoyment rather than for medical purposes.

Recycler: a type of bong or dab rig with a system of tubes that continuously cycles the water and smoke.

Reefer: a classic slang term for cannabis.

Regenerative Farming: a holistic approach to agriculture that improves soil health.

Regular Seeds: Cannabis seeds that have a 50/50 chance of growing into either male or female plants.

Residual Solvents: small amounts of chemical solvents that may be left behind in an extract after purging.

Resin: the sticky, sap-like substance produced by the plant’s trichomes, rich in cannabinoids and terpenes.

Re-vegging: the process of reverting a flowering plant back to the vegetative stage.

Rick Simpson Oil (RSO): a potent, unrefined, full-plant extract.

Roach: the unsmoked end of a joint or blunt.

Rockwool: a growing medium made from molten rock, popular in hydroponics.

Root Rot: a serious plant disease where roots rot due to overwatering and lack of oxygen.

Rosin: a solventless extract made using only heat and pressure.

Ruderalis: a subspecies of cannabis (Cannabis ruderalis) known for its autoflower traits.

Runoff: the excess water that drains from the bottom of a plant’s container after watering.

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S1: the first generation of seeds produced by self-pollinating a female plant.

Salts: a term for synthetic, mineral-based fertilizers.

Sativa: a subspecies of cannabis (Cannabis sativa) known for energizing cerebral effects.

Sauce: a type of concentrate with a liquid, syrupy consistency.

Schedule I: the most restrictive category of drugs under the US Controlled Substances Act.

Screen of Green (SCROG): a cultivation technique using a screen to train plants.

Sea of Green (SOG): a cultivation technique that involves growing many small plants quickly, rather than a few large ones slowly.

Seed-to-Sale: a tracking system monitoring a cannabis product’s entire lifecycle.

Seedling: a young plant that has recently sprouted from a seed.

Selfing: the process of forcing a female plant to produce pollen and fertilize itself to create S1 seeds.

Sensimilla: “without seeds”; a highly potent, unpollinated female flower.

Sesh (Session): a gathering or period of time dedicated to consuming cannabis.

Shatter: a concentrate known for its hard, glass-like transparency.

Short Path Distillation: a laboratory technique used to create highly pure distillate by separating compounds based on their boiling points at reduced pressure.

Side Lighting: additional lighting placed along the sides of plants to illuminate the lower branches.

Sieve: a screen used to separate trichomes from plant material to make kief or dry sift.

Soil Food Web: the community of organisms living in the soil that contribute to a healthy ecosystem.

Solvent: a liquid used to dissolve and separate compounds during extraction.

Solventless: an extraction method that does not use chemical solvents.

Spectrometer: a laboratory instrument used to measure the spectrum of light and analyze compounds.

Spider Mites: a common cannabis pest that damages plants by sucking sap from their leaves.

Spliff: similar to a joint, but contains a mixture of cannabis and tobacco.

Stash: a personal, hidden supply of cannabis.

Stigma: the vibrant, hair-like strands of the pistil that are receptive to pollen.

Stomata: microscopic pores on the surface of plant leaves that control gas exchange and transpiration.

Strain: a specific variety of cannabis with a unique chemical profile.

Sublingual: a method of placing a tincture or oil under the tongue.

Substrate: another term for a grow medium.

Sugar Leaves: the small leaves that grow out of the cannabis buds.

Sugar Wax: a cannabis concentrate with a consistency similar to wet, sticky sugar.

Supercritical Fluid Extraction: the technical term for CO2 Extraction.

Supercropping: a high-stress training technique that involves carefully bending and pinching stems to increase yield.

Supersoil: pre-made, heavily amended organic soil designed to provide all the nutrients a plant needs throughout its life.

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T-break (Tolerance Break): a period of abstinence from cannabis to reset the body’s tolerance.

Taproot: the main, dominant root of a plant that grows directly downwards.

Terpenes: aromatic compounds in cannabis that create its distinctive smell and flavor.

Terpenoid: a terpene that has been denatured by oxidation, such as through the curing process.

Terp Sauce: a high-terpene full spectrum extract with a syrupy consistency containing small diamonds.

Terpinolene: a terpene with a complex aroma, often found in Sativa strains.

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): the primary psychoactive cannabinoid in cannabis.

Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid (THCA): the raw, non-psychoactive precursor to THC.

Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV): a minor cannabinoid being researched for its unique effects.

Third-Party Lab Testing: using an independent lab to verify a product’s CoA.

Thrips: a common cannabis pest, tiny insects that scrape away plant tissue and leave silvery marks.

Tincture: a liquid cannabis extract, usually administered with a dropper.

Titanium Nail: a durable type of nail for a dab rig made from titanium.

Tolerance: the body’s reduced response to cannabis after repeated use.

Topping: a high-stress training technique where the main stalk is cut.

Topical: a cannabis-infused product applied directly to the skin.

Track-and-Trace: a system used by regulatory bodies to monitor cannabis products from seed-to-sale.

Traceability: the ability to track a product through all stages of its lifecycle.

Transplanting: the process of moving a plant from a smaller container to a larger one.

Transpiration: the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from leaves, stems, and flowers.

Trellis: a framework of netting or latticework used to support and train growing plants.

Trichomes: the microscopic resin glands on cannabis flowers that produce cannabinoids and terpenes.

Trimming: the process of removing excess leaves from harvested buds.

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Vape Pen: a small, portable vaporizer.

Vaporizer: a device that heats cannabis to create vapor without combustion.

Vascular Tissue: the tissue in plants (xylem and phloem) that conducts water, nutrients, and sugars.

Vegetative Stage: the growth phase of the cannabis plant before it flowers.

Vermiculite: a mineral added to soil to help with water retention and aeration.

Vertical Integration: a business model where a company controls multiple stages of the supply chain.

Volatile Organic Compound (VOC): a chemical compound that easily becomes a vapor or gas, such as a terpene.

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Water Curing: a process of soaking harvested cannabis in water to remove salts and chlorophyll.

Wax: a cannabis concentrate with a soft, waxy texture.

Weed: one of the most common slang terms for cannabis.

Wholesale: the sale of goods in large quantities to retailers.

White Labeling: when a company produces products that another company rebrands and sells as its own.

Wick: the part of a lighter or hemp string that is lit to create a flame.

Winterization: a refinement process used in extraction to remove fats and waxes from the crude oil.

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Xerophyte: a type of plant that has adapted to survive in an environment with little liquid water.

Xylem: the vascular tissue in plants that transports water and dissolved nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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Yield: the total amount of usable cannabis flower harvested from a plant or crop.

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Zip: a common slang term for an ounce of cannabis.