Hemp Product Lingo

What is a cannabinoid? 

Cannabinoids are a group of chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. The most common cannabinoids are THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol). 

How many cannabinoids exist? 

There are over 100 cannabinoids

What are the most popular cannabinoids? 

THC – Tetrahydrocannabinol

CBD – Cannabidiol

CBG – Cannabigerol

CBDV – Cannabidivarin

CBC – Cannabichromene

CBN – Cannabinol

What are terpenes? 

Terpenes are  naturally occurring aromatic compounds found in many plants.  There are over 100 different terpenes that are identifiable in the cannabis plant. A few popular terpenes include:

• Pinene: Calming, pine scent

• Terpinolene: Energizing, fruity scent 

• Limonene: Energizing, citrus scent 

• Myrcene: Calming, herbal scent 

 

What are flavonoids?

Flavonoids exist in nature including in the hemp plant. Common flavonoids in cannabis include:

• Cannaflavin B

• Cannaflavin C

 

Date Published: 12/05/2025