Buzzwords: Cannabis Encyclopedia From G-I
Ganja
Noun a Hindi name for hemp, derived from the word ganjha, from the Sanskrit gañjā, referring to a "powerful preparation by Siddharth Sarai cannabis sativa".[1][2][3] The term ganja, one of the oldest and most commonly used synonyms for marijuana in the English language, dates to before 1689. Genotype
noun The term "genotype" refers to the genetic makeup of an organism; in other words, it describes an organism's complete set of genes. In a more narrow sense, the term can be used to refer to the alleles, or variant forms of a gene, that are carried by an organism. Geraniol
Noun Derived from the geranium plant, the herb known for its citrus scent and insect-repelling properties. However, geraniol’s somewhat peculiar aroma brings in more subtle notes of rose and fruits, playing a softer role than the strong citrus smells of citronella oil that are found in geraniums. Geranyl
noun A common terpene also derived from berries, lemongrass, thyme, and roses.
Greenhouse
Noun A manmade structure, generally out of glass, used to create the ideal growing conditions for plants. Grinder
Noun A device, usually made of metal, plastic, or wood, used for breaking up cannabis. It can come in a variety of sizes with one or multiple compartments. Grinders are usually round in shape but can come in different shapes.
Guaiol
Noun A sesquiterpenoid alcohol found in several plants, especially in the oil of guaiacum and cypress pine. It is a crystalline solid that melts at 92 °C. Guaiol is one of many terpenes found in Cannabis and it has been associated with decreased anxiolytic activity. Harvest
Noun The process of gathering ripe crops or plants from the field.
Hashish
Noun Hashish, hash for short, is derived from the “kief,” or the dried resin, of the flowering tops of mature and unpollinated female cannabis plants. Hash can be soft and pliable or stiff and brittle. It may be red, black, brown, green, yellow, or blonde in color.
Heavy Metals
Noun Metal contamination issues are becoming increasingly common in the world, with many documented cases of metal toxicity in mining industries, foundries, smelters, coal-burning power plants and agriculture. Heavy metals, such as cadmium, copper, lead, chromium and mercury are major environmental pollutants, particularly in areas with high anthropogenic pressure. Heavy metal accumulation in soils is of concern in agricultural production due to the adverse effects on food safety and marketability, crop growth due to phytotoxicity, and environmental health of soil organisms. Hemp
Noun A phenotype of the Cannabis sativa plant species that is defined by the THC content. Hemp is grown for industrial uses of its derived products, as well as for various phytochemicals other than THC. It is one of the fastest growing plants and was one of the first plants to be spun into usable fiber 10,000 years ago. It can be refined into a variety of commercial items, including paper, textiles, clothing, biodegradable plastics, paint, insulation, biofuel, food, and animal feed. High Terpene Full Spectrum Extract (HTFSE)
Noun Full-spectrum extracts consist of two parts: HTFSE and high-cannabinoid full-spectrum extracts (HCFSE). HCFSE contain a high concentration of cannabinoids, but are lacking in terpene levels and aroma. HCFSE has a gritty and diamond-like consistency when extracted and separated alongside HTFSE. HTFSE contains higher-than-normal levels of terpenes and has a liquid and sauce-like consistency, which can be difficult to handle and can contain about 50 percent cannabinoids and anywhere from 13 to 40 percent terpenes. Humulene
Noun A common terpene and is present in modest quantities in a variety of cannabis strains. Responsible for giving the plant its distinct spicy, herbaceous, and subtly floral bouquet of aromas. Hybrid
Noun A cannabis plant that has taken on the preferred characteristics of two plants.
Hydroponics
Noun A subset of hydroculture, which is a method of growing plants without soil by instead using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent Ice Hash
Noun A favorite method of making concentrates employed all over the world. Its name comes from the water process used to collect glands from the trim, leaf, and buds. The process works because cannabinoids are not water soluble, meaning that the desired resins are not damaged by contact with water and ice. Indica
Noun Short and stocky with bushy greenery and chunky leaves that grow wide and broad. They grow faster than sativa, and each plant produces more buds. Typical CBD to THC ratio: Indica strains often have higher levels of CBD and less THC Indoor
Noun A term used for cannabis that has been grown indoor, not using natural sunlight.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Noun Integrated pest management, or IPM, is a process you can use to solve pest problems while minimizing risks to people and the environment. Isoborneol
noun This terpene is a white solid. It is used in flavoring many things and considered safe by the FDA. It is also used by the perfume industry to create scented products. It is often gathered by tapping tree trunks for it but it occurs in some other plant species, such as cannabis and can be synthesized from camphor or turpentine oil. Isopulegol
Noun A cannabis terpene carrying a minty aroma with woodsy undertones. Also found in mint, eucalyptus, lemongrass, and parsley, isopulegol is a chemical precursor in the synthesis of menthol. Used in many fragrances. |
