Buzzwords: Cannabis Encyclopedia From P-R
Pesticide
Noun Substances that are meant to control pests, including weeds. The term pesticide includes the following: herbicide, insecticides nematicide, molluscicide, piscicide, avicide, rodenticide, bactericide, insect repellent, animal repellent, antimicrobial, and fungicide. Phellandrene
Phellandrene produces a minty, woody, and mildly citrus aromatic profile and it is easily absorbed, which makes it a common additive to a host of cosmetic products. It has also been a staple in holistic Eastern medicine for a long time. Pheno Hunting
Noun pheno-hunting is the process of sifting through seeds to find those with the dominant traits the grower wants to cultivate. Phenolic Compounds
Noun Chemical molecules similar to cannabinoids and terpenes, characterized by their structures having at least one phenol unit
Phenotype
Noun An organism is the composite of the organism's observable characteristics or traits. Phytocannabinoid
Noun A molecule synthesized by plants. There are 113 known phytocannabinoids in the cannabis plant, including CBD and CBG. Phytocannabinoids are used to treat a number of human and animal ailments. Phytol
Noun Phytol is a terpene that results from the degradation of chlorophyll. Aside from its presence in cannabis, phytol can also be found in green tea and, when consumed, can help reduce pain and relieve inflammation. Pinene
Noun One of the most commonly occurring terpenes in cannabis, it is being tested on how it can be used to treat numerous conditions including inflammation, cancer, and respiratory conditions.
Pipe
Noun A handheld device used to smoke cannabis, pipes are usually made of glass, silicone, or metal. They have a bowl and a tube attached that allows the smoke to go from the bowl into your mouth. They can have a shotgun or not, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Pistillate
Adjective A type of plant that has the capacity to be either male or female, but exclusively contains the reproductive anatomy required in the production of female reproductive cells.
Pollen
Noun A fine to coarse powdery substance comprising pollen grains which are male microgametophytes of seed plants, which produce male gametes (sperm cells). Pollen grains have a hard coat made of sporopollenin that protects the gametophytes during the process of their movement from the stamens to the pistil of flowering plants, or from the male cone to the female cone of coniferous plants. Pre-roll
Noun A joint that has been rolled previously to being purchased by the dispensary or cannabis retailer.
Private Reserve
Noun A term meaning the highest quality cannabis being sold at a retailer. Propane Hash Oil
Noun Cannabis concentrate made from a propane-based extraction is called propane hash oil..
Provisioning Center
Noun Provisioning centers can be controlled by local law as well as state law. Conflicts within the Michigan court system that followed after the legalization of medical marijuana have had a net impact, creating this new political climate. Pulegone
noun Pulegone has been linked to modulating acetylcholine levels in the brain. Acetylcholine helps facilitate communication between nerve cells and ultimately helps us keep memories stored better – meaning it can potentially counteract the short-term memory loss often associated with THC. Quality Assurance
Noun The process companies use to ensure the highest quality of products.
Quality Control
Noun The process of making sure highest quality of products.
Raw
Noun Cnnabis distillate that is tasteless due to the lack of terpene profile.
Reciprocity
Noun The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit, especially privileges granted by one country or organization to another. Reclaim
Noun re-condensed concentrate that collects within your rig after a few dabs. Much like resin in a pipe. Recreational
Adjective The use of cannabis in a non medical way.
Reefer
ˈrē-fər | Noun A cannabis slang term that gained popularity in the 1930’s.
Residual Solvents
Noun Any solvents that are leftover from the solvents used in the extraction process. Resin
Noun A sticky and insoluble organic compound secreted by plants. In cannabis plants, the resin contains the cannabinoids and terpenes. During the growth cycle, cannabis resin serves as a defense mechanism for the plant, developed to protect it from predators and pests. Also refers to the tar-like weed residue found in bongs, pipes and other glass pieces after prolonged use without cleaning.
Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)
Noun A strong form of cannabi oil often used to treat disease. Rolling Papers
Noun Small sheets made of hemp, rice, or other materials used to roll cannabis in and smoke out of. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and materials. Some even have a wire inside that can double as a roach holer
Rosin
Noun A concentrate that is the result of heat and pressure being applied to the cannabis plant. This concentrate is created without the use of chemicals.
Ruderalis
Noun A low-THC variety or subspecies of Cannabis which is native to Central and Eastern Europe and Russia. Due to it’s unique characteristics it is considered a different species than Indica and Sativa. |
