Cannabis glossary

Definition: pH is a measure of how acidic or basic a substance is, ranging from 0 (strongly acidic) to 14 (strongly basic).

Pheno-hunting is the process of selecting the best plants from a batch of cannabis seeds based on desirable traits.

A phenotype is the set of observable characteristics of a cannabis plant resulting from the interaction of its genetic makeup with the environment.

One-sentence definition: PHO, or propane hash oil, is a cannabis concentrate made using propane as a solvent.

Photoperiod refers to the duration of light and darkness a plant receives in a 24-hour period, influencing its growth and flowering stages.

Photoperiod 12/12 refers to a lighting cycle used to initiate flowering in cannabis plants by providing 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness.

A photoperiod of 18/6 is a lighting schedule used in cannabis cultivation, providing 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness daily.

Phyllotaxy is the arrangement of leaves on a plant stem, crucial for maximizing light exposure.

Piney refers to a cannabis aroma and flavour profile reminiscent of pine trees or pine needles.

A pipe is a device used for smoking cannabis, typically consisting of a bowl for holding the substance and a mouthpiece for inhalation.

Pistil : The female reproductive part of a cannabis flower, consisting of the stigma, style, and ovary.

Plain packaging refers to the standardized packaging of cannabis products without branding elements to reduce appeal.

Definition: Plates in cannabis extraction refer to the flat, heated surfaces used in rosin presses to extract cannabis concentrates through pressure and heat.

A Plug in retail context refers to a trusted person or entity that supplies cannabis products directly to consumers, often informally.

Pod: A small, pre-filled cannabis container used with vaporizers.

Pollen chucking is the informal term for breeding cannabis plants without a strict scientific approach.

Popcorn nugs are small cannabis buds known for their compact size and lower cost compared to larger buds.

POS stands for 'Point of Sale', which refers to the place where retail transactions are completed.

Potency refers to the concentration of active compounds such as THC or CBD in cannabis, which affects its overall strength and effects.

One-sentence definition: Potency testing determines the concentration of cannabinoids, like THC and CBD, in cannabis products.