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What is a cannabinoid? | Leafly<\/title> <!-- This is Index Exchange, a script\/\/3rd-party integration that interjects GAM. It needs to be 'ahead' of GTM in the DOM, which comes from Cephalopod. GTM loads GAM. 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You’re not old enough to use Leafly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"hidden age-gate__loading\">Redirecting you to<span class=\"redirect-domain\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-xs mt-auto\">By accessing this site, you accept<br \/>\nthe <a class=\"py-xl\" data-testid=\"tou-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/info\/terms-of-use\">Terms of Use<\/a><br \/>\nand <a class=\"py-xl\" data-testid=\"pp-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/info\/privacy-policy\">Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container my-xl\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col md:col-9\" id=\"article-content\">\n<p>Cannabinoids are a fundamental part of the cannabis plant. These naturally occurring chemical compounds contribute to the myriad effects cannabis consumers experience when they light up a joint, eat an edible, or drop a cannabis-infused tincture under their tongue.<\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s true that cannabis represents a rich source of cannabinoids, cannabinoids actually encompass any compound capable of influencing the body\u2019s endocannabinoid system. Cannabinoids are also found within the human body, in several other plant species, and can even be formulated synthetically. <\/p>\n<p>Distinct cannabinoids can induce effects as far-ranging as euphoria, pain relief, paranoia, sleepiness, and even increased appetite\u2014yes, certain cannabinoids can even cause the munchies. <\/p>\n<p>In this guide to cannabinoids, we\u2019ll explore different kinds of cannabinoids, unpack how these potent compounds can affect the body, and explain the role cannabinoids play in plants.<\/p>\n<div class=\"leafly-table-of-contents w-full relative\"><button class=\"w-full text-left text-sm bg-leafly-white py-xs px-sm font-medium\" type=\"button\" id=\"tableOfContents\" data-toggle=\"dropdown\"><\/p>\n<p><span>Jump to a section<\/span><span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\">\n<h2 id=\"h-types-of-cannabinoids\">Types of cannabinoids<\/h2>\n<p id=\"h-cannabinoids-can-be-categorized-into-three-groups\">Cannabinoids can be categorized into three groups:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Phytocannabinoids are found in the cannabis plant and a handful of other plants<\/li>\n<li>Endocannabinoids, or endogenous cannabinoids, can be found in the bodies of mammals, including humans<\/li>\n<li>Synthetic cannabinoids are formulated in laboratories<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Phytocannabinoids<\/h3>\n<p id=\"h-cannabis-represents-the-most-abundant-and-diverse-source-of-phytocannabinoids-or-plant-cannabinoids-on-the-planet-more-than-150-different-cannabinoids-are-found-in-the-cannabis-plant\">Cannabis represents the most abundant and diverse source of phytocannabinoids, or plant cannabinoids on the planet. More than 150 different cannabinoids are found in the cannabis plant.<\/p>\n<p id=\"h-however-the-cannabis-plant-doesn-t-directly-produce-cannabinoids-rather-it-produces-cannabinoid-acids-like-thca-and-cbda-that-must-be-activated-to-become-the-cannabinoids-consumers-know-and-love-like-thc-and-cbd\">However, the cannabis plant doesn\u2019t directly produce cannabinoids. Rather, it produces cannabinoid acids, like THCA and CBDA, that must be activated to become the cannabinoids consumers know and love, like THC and CBD. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-heating-or-leaving-cannabis-to-dry-out-over-time-activates-these-acids-thanks-to-a-process-known-as-decarboxylation-for-example-when-weed-is-heated-at-200-245-f-for-30-40-minutes-thca-is-converted-into-thc-the-psychoactive-intoxicating-cannabinoid-that-so-many-covet-thca-can-t-get-you-high-but-thc-can\">Heating or leaving cannabis to dry out over time activates these acids, thanks to a process known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/learn\/consume\/edibles\/what-is-decarboxylation\">decarboxylation<\/a>. For example, when you light a joint or heat weed before making cannabutter, THCA is converted into THC: the psychoactive, intoxicating cannabinoid that so many covet. THCA can\u2019t get you high\u2014but THC can.<\/p>\n<p id=\"h-while-the-consumption-of-raw-cannabinoid-acids-is-beginning-to-garner-a-following-most-people-prefer-to-consume-cannabinoids-that-have-been-activated\">While the consumption of raw cannabinoid acids is beginning to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenbuddha.us\/resources\/2013%20Juicing%20Cannabis%20M.%20Lee.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">garner a following<\/a>, most people prefer to consume cannabinoids that have been activated. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-until-recently-it-was-believed-that-cannabinoids-were-unique-to-the-cannabis-plant-but-new-findings-suggest-otherwise-black-pepper-cacao-echinacea-rhododendrons-and-black-truffles-also-contain-compounds-that-interact-with-the-body-s-endocannabinoid-receptors-these-compounds-are-not-the-same-as-the-cannabinoids-found-in-cannabis-but-are-cannabimimetic-they-can-induce-effects-similar-to-cannabis-cannabinoids\">Until recently, it was believed that cannabinoids were unique to the cannabis plant, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2931553\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">but new findings<\/a> suggest otherwise. Black pepper, cacao, echinacea, rhododendrons, and black truffles also contain compounds that interact with the body\u2019s endocannabinoid receptors. These compounds are not the same as the cannabinoids found in cannabis, but are cannabimimetic\u2014they can induce effects similar to cannabis\u2019 cannabinoids.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-lg wp-block-leafly-blocks-leafly-related-articles\">\n<p><h2>Related articles<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Endocannabinoids (endogenous cannabinoids)<\/h3>\n<p id=\"h-endocannabinoids-also-form-part-of-the-body-s-endocannabinoid-system-these-compounds-also-known-as-endogenous-cannabinoids-endo-or-endogenous-means-within-are-produced-by-different-organs-and-tissues-in-the-body-and-have-a-similar-structure-to-cannabinoids-found-in-cannabis\">Endocannabinoids form part of the body\u2019s endocannabinoid system. These compounds, also known as endogenous cannabinoids\u2014\u201dendo\u201d or \u201cendogenous\u201d means \u201cwithin\u201d\u2014are produced by different organs and tissues in the body and have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/the-endocannabinoid-system-essential-and-mysterious-202108112569\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">similar structure<\/a> to cannabinoids found in cannabis. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-the-body-can-synthesize-endocannabinoids-to-help-regulate-processes-as-diverse-as-pain-memory-mood-immunity-sleep-and-responses-to-stress-the-two-main-endocannabinoids-are-anandamide-aea-and-2-ag-2-arachidonoylglycerol-in-short-endocannabinoids-help-to-keep-critical-bodily-functions-running-smoothly\">The body can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/npp2017130\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">synthesize endocannabinoids<\/a> to help regulate processes as diverse as pain, memory, mood, immunity, sleep, and responses to stress. The two main endocannabinoids are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/learn\/cannabis-glossary\/anandamide\">anandamide<\/a> (AEA) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/learn\/cannabis-glossary\/2-ag\">2-AG<\/a> (2-arachidonoylglycerol). In short, endocannabinoids help to keep critical bodily functions running smoothly.<\/p>\n<h3>Synthetic cannabinoids<\/h3>\n<p id=\"h-these-compounds-don-t-occur-naturally-in-plants-or-people-but-are-synthesized-using-chemical-processes-there-are-more-than-200-synthetic-cannabinoids-nearly-all-of-which-are-designed-to-exert-powerful-effects-on-the-body-s-cannabinoid-receptors\">These compounds don\u2019t occur naturally in plants or people but are synthesized using chemical processes. There are more than 200 synthetic cannabinoids, nearly all of which are designed to exert powerful effects on the body\u2019s cannabinoid receptors. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-one-such-example-amb-fubinaca-is-reported-to-be-75-times-stronger-than-thc-the-main-psychoactive-cannabinoid-found-in-cannabis-however-the-safety-of-certain-synthetic-cannabinoids-is-questionable-as-they-can-have-detrimental-effects-on-consumers-causing-anxiety-paranoia-and-impaired-brain-function\">One such example, AMB-FUBINACA, is reported to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0379073819305195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">75 times stronger than THC<\/a>, the main psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis. However, <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1177\/0269881119826592\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the safety of certain synthetic cannabinoids<\/a> is questionable as they can have detrimental effects on consumers, causing anxiety, paranoia, and impaired brain function. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-synthetic-cannabinoids-can-also-be-made-by-chemically-manipulating-cbd-which-can-be-extracted-from-industrial-hemp-another-example-of-synthetic-cannabinoid-production-is-the-pharming-of-cannabinoids-using-brewer-s-yeast-which-acts-as-a-medium-for-growth-bacteria-and-algae-have-been-used-as-mediums-too\">Synthetic cannabinoids can also be made by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/science-tech\/who-invented-delta-8-thc-a-history-of-hemp-derived-cannabinoids\">chemically manipulating CBD<\/a>, which can be extracted from industrial hemp. Another example of synthetic cannabinoid production is the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/d41586-019-00714-9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pharming<\/a>\u201d of cannabinoids using brewer\u2019s yeast, which acts as a medium for growth\u2014bacteria and algae have been used as mediums too. <\/p>\n<p id=\"h-while-cannabinoids-grown-from-yeast-are-structurally-and-chemically-the-same-as-those-that-appear-in-cannabis-they-re-technically-synthetic-because-they-are-the-product-of-genetic-engineering\">While cannabinoids grown from yeast are structurally and chemically the same as those that appear in cannabis, they\u2019re technically synthetic because they are the product of genetic engineering. <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-effects-of-cannabinoids-on-the-body\">The effects of cannabinoids on the body<\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately, everyone\u2019s endocannabinoid system, or endocannabinoid tone, is unique. Different bodies vary in their responses to phytocannabinoids. While some of us feel chill when sharing a joint with friends, others can be plunged into a state of anxiety. Researchers are still uncovering how specific cannabinoids influence our bodies.<\/p>\n<h3>The endocannabinoid system<\/h3>\n<p>Cannabinoids interact with the body\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/science-tech\/what-is-the-endocannabinoid-system\">endocannabinoid system<\/a>, or the ECS. The endocannabinoid system helps to maintain equilibrium in bodily processes such as sleep, memory, mood, appetite, and pain. <\/p>\n<p>In the simplest terms, the ECS is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/the-endocannabinoid-system-essential-and-mysterious-202108112569\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">signaling network<\/a> that extends throughout the body. This extensive network is made up of cannabinoid receptors, endocannabinoids\u2014cannabinoids that the body produces\u2014and enzymes that help to create and break down endocannabinoids after they\u2019ve been used. <\/p>\n<p>Cannabinoid receptors form a fundamental part of this system. There are two known types in the body: CB1 and CB2. These receptors are located in the brain, spinal cord, organs like the gastrointestinal tract, and peripheral parts of the body. Endocannabinoids can stimulate these cannabinoid receptors, provoking responses such as feelings of sleepiness, relaxation, or hunger. <\/p>\n<div class=\"my-lg wp-block-leafly-blocks-leafly-related-articles\">\n<p><h2>Related articles<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>How cannabinoids interact with the endocannabinoid system<\/h3>\n<p>However, endocannabinoids aren\u2019t the only substance that can stimulate endocannabinoid receptors. The cannabinoids found in cannabis\u2014phytocannabinoids\u2014are structurally very similar to those produced by the body. These plant cannabinoids can bind with the cannabinoid receptors in our endocannabinoid system, triggering responses throughout the body. <\/p>\n<p>The effects delivered by phytocannabinoids are diverse and can include euphoria, paranoia, pain relief, increased appetite, sleepiness, reduced inflammation, and even enhanced creativity. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/cannabis-101\/what-is-tetrahydrocannabinol\">THC<\/a>, for example, can induce euphoria, relieve pain, slow perception of time, and stimulate appetite. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/cannabis-101\/what-is-cbd\">CBD<\/a> can alleviate inflammation, ease anxiety, and suppress seizures.<\/p>\n<p id=\"h-however-evidence-is-growing-that-cannabinoids-don-t-just-interact-with-cannabinoid-receptors-cannabinoids-also-appear-to-work-on-other-receptors-in-the-body-such-as-serotonin-5-ht-receptors-the-vast-array-of-effects-that-cannabinoids-can-trigger-are-determined-by-how-strongly-they-can-bind-to-these-receptors\">However, evidence is growing that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fphar.2018.01259\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cannabinoids don\u2019t just interact with cannabinoid receptors<\/a>. Cannabinoids also appear to work on other receptors in the body, such as serotonin 5-HT receptors. The vast array of effects that cannabinoids can trigger are determined by how strongly they can bind to these receptors. <\/p>\n<h3>Consumption method <\/h3>\n<p>The method of cannabis consumption also influences effects. Different delivery methods, such as smoking, oral consumption, or transdermal application, can strongly influence the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/health\/most-thc-cbd-oil-waste-in-body\"> bioavailability of cannabinoids<\/a>. Bioavailability refers to the extent to which a substance enters the bloodstream and can deliver an active effect. <\/p>\n<p>The bioavailability of <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16237477\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">inhaled THC averages 30%<\/a>, for example, and the effects can kick off in as few as ten minutes. On the other hand, when THC is eaten in a brownie, the bioavailability is 4-12%, with effects taking up to one hour or more to kick in. <\/p>\n<p>This reduced bioavailability and delayed onset occurs because cannabinoids must make their way through the gastrointestinal tract and into the liver where it is processed. The majority of the THC is broken down in the liver and converted into other products, resulting in low bioavailability. <\/p>\n<div class=\"my-lg wp-block-leafly-blocks-leafly-related-articles\">\n<p><h2>Related articles<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-role-of-cannabinoids-in-the-plant\">The role of cannabinoids in the plant<\/h2>\n<p>Cannabinoids also have a highly functional role in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/science-tech\/why-does-cannabis-produce-thc\">safeguarding the well-being of the cannabis plant<\/a>. Cannabinoids accumulate in the sticky, resinous trichomes of cannabis, which are most readily found on female buds. <\/p>\n<p>According to recent research, cannabinoids <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1360138520301874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">act as a sunscreen<\/a>, absorbing harmful UV-B radiation that may damage the plant\u2019s growth. What\u2019s more, studies have shown that increased cannabinoid production occurs in cannabis flowers when they are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fpls.2019.00296\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exposed to extra UV-B radiation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s likely that cannabinoids hold a range of other defensive roles too. For example, trichomes, where cannabinoids are mostly found, are common to many plant species and help to <a href=\"https:\/\/cdnsciencepub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1139\/cjb-2019-0144\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protect against predatory insects and pests<\/a>, water loss, and overheating. <\/p>\n<p>Cannabis also appears to produce more cannabinoids when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1360138520301874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exposed to certain stressors<\/a>, like heat, low soil moisture, or even soil that lacks nutrients. Ironically, it looks like a little bit of stress may be a good thing for cannabinoid production. <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-major-cannabinoids\">Major cannabinoids<\/h2>\n<p>THCA and CBDA are by far the best known cannabinoid acids produced by cannabis. These two cannabinoids occur in much higher concentrations than other cannabinoids present in the plant. THC potency has increased over time, suggesting that cannabis aficionados have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6312155\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">deliberately bred plants<\/a> that yield increasingly high THC content.<\/p>\n<p>Both THC and CBD are psychoactive cannabinoids, so they can alter nervous system function and temporarily change perception, mood, cognition, and behavior. THC is intoxicating and can get you high, while CBD does not. Both cannabinoids also boast a range of other physical and mental effects. There\u2019s a vast repository of research exploring their therapeutic uses.<\/p>\n<p>These two major cannabinoids also form the basis for defining cannabis. Nowadays, cannabis strains, or chemovars, are often categorized by their major cannabinoid content. There are three main types:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type I: High concentrations of THC<\/li>\n<li>Type II: Equal levels of THC and CBD<\/li>\n<li>Type III: High levels of CBD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h-minor-cannabinoids\">Minor cannabinoids<\/h2>\n<p>More than 150 cannabinoids have been identified in cannabis, and counting. However, the vast majority of these are minor cannabinoids, which make up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2589004220304880\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">less than 1% of the cannabis bud<\/a>. Nevertheless, consumer and expert interest in minor cannabinoids has risen in recent years as many are curious about the untapped potential of these little-known cannabinoids. <\/p>\n<p>Certain intoxicating minor cannabinoids, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/science-tech\/what-is-delta8-thc\">delta-8 THC<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/cannabis-101\/what-is-delta-10\">delta-10 THC<\/a>, are fast developing a reputation for providing a high. These minor cannabinoids occur naturally in very low concentrations and are often synthesized from cannabinoids in hemp plants to sidestep legal issues.<\/p>\n<p>Researchers are also beginning to delve into the therapeutic properties of prominent minor cannabinoids, like THCV (tetrahydrocannabivarin), CBG (cannabigerol), and CBN (cannabinol). In the future, we may see minor cannabinoids combined with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/cannabis-101\/terpenes-the-flavors-of-cannabis-aromatherapy\">terpenes<\/a>, flavonoids, and other compounds to formulate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fphar.2021.777804\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personalized cannabis healthcare<\/a> that targets individual issues and conditions.<\/p>\n<div id=\"author-box\" class=\"p-lg my-xxl bg-white rounded border border-light-grey elevation-low\">\n<div class=\"mb-lg\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thcinct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/what-is-a-cannabinoid.jpg\" alt=\"Emma Stone's Bio Image\" class=\"lazyload inline-block mr-md rounded-full border border-light-grey\"> <\/p>\n<p>Emma Stone<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"text-sm\">Emma Stone is a journalist based in New Zealand specializing in cannabis, health, and well-being. 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