Cultivation
The influence of drying and storage conditions on the volatilome and cannabinoid content of Cannabis sativa L. inflorescences
Abstract The increasing interest in hemp and cannabis poses new questions about the influence of drying and storage conditions on the overall aroma and cannabinoids profile of these products. Cannabis inflorescences are subjected to [...]
Photons from NIR LEDs can delay flowering in short-day soybean and Cannabis: Implications for phytochrome activity
Abstract Photons during the dark period delay flowering in short-day plants (SDP). Red photons applied at night convert phytochromes to the active far-red absorbing form (Pfr), leading to inhibition of flowering. Far-red photons (greater [...]
Microwave-infrared drying of cannabis (Cannabis sativa L.): Effect on drying characteristics, energy consumption and quality
Abstract Conventional cannabis drying is time-consuming and energy intensive. A quick and dependable drying of cannabis is essential to ensure high-quality products to meet increasing demands. This study explored a combined microwave and infrared [...]
Effect of Light Intensity and Two Different Nutrient Solutions on the Yield of Flowers and Cannabinoids in Cannabis sativa L. Grown in Controlled Environment
Abstract Due to the typical production of Cannabis sativa L. for medical use in an artificial environment, it is crucial to optimize environmental and nutritional factors to enhance cannabinoid yield and quality. While the [...]
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The Modulatory Effects and Therapeutic Potential of Cannabidiol in the Gut
Abstract Cannabidiol (CBD) is a major non-psychotropic phytocannabinoid that exists in the Cannabis sativa plant. CBD has been found to act on various receptors, including both cannabinoid and non-cannabinoid receptors. In addition, CBD has [...]
Investigation of microorganisms in cannabis after heating in a commercial vaporizer
Introduction There are concerns about microorganisms present on cannabis materials used in clinical settings by individuals whose health status is already compromised and are likely more susceptible to opportunistic infections from microbial populations present [...]
Cannabinoids-Multifunctional Compounds, Applications and Challenges-Mini Review
Abstract Cannabinoids represent a highly researched group of plant-derived ingredients. The substantial investment of funds from state and commercial sources has facilitated a significant increase in knowledge about these ingredients. Cannabinoids can be classified [...]
When Cannabis sativa L. Turns Purple: Biosynthesis and Accumulation of Anthocyanins
Abstract Environmental cues elicit anthocyanin synthesis in plant vegetative and reproductive tissues. Their accumulation in different organs accounts for their diverse biological functions, mainly related to their antioxidant properties, and it depends on a [...]