Cannabis glossary

Definition: Acidic cannabinoids are the unactivated forms of cannabinoids found in raw cannabis plants, such as THCA and CBDA.

Ad restrictions refer to the legal limitations on cannabis advertising to ensure public safety and compliance with regulations.

Aeroponics is a method of growing plants in an air or mist environment without using soil or other traditional growing media.

Aflatoxins and ochratoxin are toxic compounds produced by certain moulds that can contaminate cannabis products.

AGCO is the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, regulating cannabis sales and distribution in Ontario, Canada.

One-sentence definition: Age 19+ (18 in QC) refers to the legal age for purchasing and consuming cannabis in most Canadian provinces, except Quebec where the age is 18.

An age-gate is a verification process that restricts access to cannabis content to users who meet the legal age requirement.

One-sentence definition: Air exchange is the process of replacing the air inside a grow space with fresh air from outside to maintain a healthy growing environment.

Anandamide (AEA) is a naturally occurring endocannabinoid found in the human body that interacts with the cannabinoid receptors in the brain.

Anthocyanins are pigments responsible for the red, purple, and blue colours in cannabis buds and other plants.

Aphids are small, sap-sucking insects that can damage cannabis plants by feeding on their juices.

An apical meristem is a region at the tip of a plant stem or root responsible for growth.

Apigenin is a naturally occurring flavonoid found in various plants, known for its presence in cannabis and its potential antioxidant properties.

An "Apple" in cannabis refers to a flavour or aroma reminiscent of the fruit, often found in certain strains.

Aroma profile : The unique scent characteristics of a cannabis strain influenced by its terpene content.

An ash catcher is a smoking accessory that attaches to a bong to catch ash and debris, keeping the main chamber cleaner.

An auto-flower is a cannabis plant that automatically transitions from the vegetative stage to the flowering stage with age, rather than changes in light cycle.