Cannabis glossary

One-sentence definition: Floral refers to cannabis aromas or flavours reminiscent of flowers like roses or lavender.

A flowering (bloom) stage is when cannabis plants develop buds, crucial for producing cannabinoids like THC and CBD.

Flushing is the process of removing excess nutrients from a plant's growing medium before harvest.

A foliar feed is a method of applying nutrients directly to plant leaves to enhance growth.

Fractionation is a process used to separate components of a mixture based on differences in a specific property, such as boiling point or solubility.

Fungus gnats are small, flying insects that can cause damage to cannabis plants by feeding on their roots.

Funk in the cannabis world refers to a strong, distinct aroma or flavour profile that is often earthy, musky, or skunky.

Fusarium is a genus of fungi that can cause wilting and disease in cannabis plants.

One-sentence definition: "Gas" is a slang term in cannabis culture describing a strong, pungent aroma reminiscent of diesel fuel.

Gas/diesel is a cannabis aroma profile characterized by its strong, pungent scent reminiscent of gasoline or diesel fuel.

GC-MS : A laboratory technique used to identify and quantify compounds in cannabis through gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.

A genotype refers to the genetic makeup of a cannabis plant that determines its characteristics and potential traits.

Geraniol is a naturally occurring terpene known for its sweet, floral aroma, commonly found in cannabis, essential oils, and fruits.

Germination is the process by which a cannabis seed begins to grow and develop into a seedling.

Ghosting (hit): A cannabis term describing the act of holding in a hit for an extended period.

A gland head is the bulbous tip of a trichome, where most cannabinoids and terpenes are produced and stored.

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Grape in cannabis refers to the flavour and aroma profile reminiscent of grapes, often found in certain strains.

Grapefruit is a flavour and aroma profile in cannabis, often described as citrusy and sweet, reminiscent of the actual fruit.

One-sentence definition: Green-out is an unpleasant experience from consuming too much cannabis, characterized by nausea, dizziness, and anxiety.