Cannabis glossary

One-sentence definition: THCV, or tetrahydrocannabivarin, is a cannabinoid found in cannabis known for its potential effects distinct from THC.

Threshold dose is the minimum amount of a substance required to produce a noticeable effect.

Thrips are small insects that feed on plant tissues, often causing damage to cannabis plants.

A tincture is a liquid cannabis extract typically made by soaking cannabis in alcohol to create a potent, easy-to-use product.

One-sentence definition: Tip burn refers to the browning of leaf edges or tips caused by nutrient imbalance or environmental factors.

Tipping is the act of giving a gratuity, usually in the form of money, for services received in the retail and delivery sectors.

Titration is the process of adjusting the dosage of cannabis to find the right amount for desired effects.

Tolerance refers to the body's adaptation to a substance, requiring increased amounts to achieve the same effect.

One-sentence definition: Top-shelf refers to the highest quality cannabis products, often characterized by superior aroma, potency, and appearance.

A topical is a cannabis-infused product designed for external use on the skin.

One-sentence definition: Topping is a cultivation technique that involves cutting the top of a cannabis plant to encourage bushier growth and more bud production.

A torch is a handheld device used to produce a flame for heating cannabis concentrates in consumption methods like dabbing.

Total CBD is the sum of all cannabidiol (CBD) forms found in a cannabis product.

Total THC refers to the combined amount of Delta-9-THC and THCA, the psychoactive components in cannabis.

A transdermal patch is a cannabis-infused adhesive that delivers cannabinoids through the skin into the bloodstream.

A trichome is a tiny, hair-like structure on cannabis plants that produces and holds the plant's cannabinoids and terpenes.

Trichome maturity (clear/cloudy/amber) is a measure of the resin gland development on cannabis plants, indicating the best time for harvest.

A trim bin is a specialized container used during the cannabis trimming process to collect plant material efficiently.

A trim run refers to a batch of cannabis concentrates made from the trimmed leaves and small buds of the cannabis plant.

Tropical is a flavour profile often used to describe cannabis strains with fruity and exotic notes reminiscent of tropical fruits.