THC
Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol
Psychoactive
The primary psychoactive compound. Responsible for the "high." Binds to CB1 receptors in the brain. The most abundant cannabinoid in most strains.
🚀 Euphoria 🎨 Creativity 😋 Appetite 💆 Pain Relief 😴 Relaxation
The "sports car" cannabinoid — fast-acting, short-duration, energetic high. Actually suppresses appetite (opposite of THC). Found in African sativas.
⚡ Energy 🧠 Focus 🏃 Appetite Suppressant 💪 Bone Growth
The most well-known non-psychoactive cannabinoid. Modulates THC's effects — reduces anxiety and paranoia. Widely used therapeutically.
😌 Anti-Anxiety 🔥 Anti-Inflammatory 💆 Pain Relief ⚡ Anti-Seizure
THC degrades into CBN over time and with heat. The "sleepy" cannabinoid. Higher in aged cannabis and amber trichomes. Best known as a sleep aid.
😴 Sleep Aid 💆 Sedative 💪 Muscle Relaxant 😋 Appetite
The "stem cell" cannabinoid — CBGA is the precursor all other cannabinoids are synthesized from. Typically <1% in mature plants. Antibacterial properties.
🦠 Antibacterial 🔥 Anti-Inflammatory 🧠 Neuroprotective 😌 Anti-Anxiety
The third most abundant cannabinoid in cannabis. Doesn't bind well to CB1 receptors but works through other pathways. Enhances the entourage effect.
🔥 Anti-Inflammatory 😊 Antidepressant 🦠 Antifungal 💪 Bone Growth