Is Organic Cannabis More Potent?
Dank. Fire. There are many ways to phrase it but when it comes to cannabis, they all mean the same thing. Potent buds whose aroma fill the room when you open the container with a flavor profile to match. The kind where you take a puff or two and you’re already noticing either a head buzz, muscle relaxation or both. While you can find this in some commercial cannabis, none is going to compare to organic. But is organic cannabis more potent than the other brands?
Is Organic Cannabis More Potent than “Regular” Cannabis?
The big question here is whether organic cannabis is more potent than “regular” cannabis. But before we can answer that, you need to know what makes cannabis organically grown. Most commercial cannabis brands grow hydroponically. If they are growing in soil, it’s common practice for pesticides and fungicides to be used in the cultivation process.
Much like organic produce, organic cannabis won’t use these chemicals in the growing process. Instead, the growers rely on natural pesticides, nutrients, and high-quality soil to grow their plants. In produce this often creates a more flavorful and vitamin rich final product. The same goes for cannabis.
Organic cannabis growing will always produce a plant with more terpenes, trichomes, flavonoids and cannabinoids. So, is organic cannabis more potent? The short answer is yes, it is.
Terpenes, Cannabinoids, Trichomes and the Entourage Effect
Speaking of terpenes, trichomes, flavonoids, and cannabinoids – let’s talk briefly about the entourage effect. Without it, smoking or vaping cannabis flower wouldn’t be the same. Surely you already know the essential role of cannabinoids like THC and CBD. After all, without them, cannabis wouldn’t have half the benefits that it does.
We’ve also talked recently about terpenes – what they are, how they work and why they are important. Terpenes, like cannabinoids, offer medicinal benefits. They even have the potential to enhance or counteract the effects of THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. On top of all that, they pair with flavonoids to create the unique flavor of each strain.
Trichomes are something we haven’t spent much time on – yet. To keep it short and simple, the white crystals coating the outside of your buds are trichomes. There are three main types of trichomes, and each has their own purpose. Some are meant to detour pests who would be a danger to the plant, while others house concentrated amounts of cannabinoids and terpenes.
In extracts like wax and rosin and oils you are more likely to find isolated THC and CBD. This is especially common in the hemp industry or for those looking for CBD only products. However, even trace amounts of THC like found in hemp makes a difference in the overall usefulness of a product.
The cannabis plant is complex, and cannabinoids, terpenes and trichomes all play their roles best in tandem with one another. This is better known as the entourage effect.
How to Know Your Cannabis is Grown Organic
So, how do you know someone is being honest when they say their cannabis is grown organic? Because cannabis is federally illegal, it cannot receive the same “certified organic” label that you see with fruits and veggies. But that doesn’t mean you should trust just anyone who says they use organic growing techniques.
Your buds might not be USDA Certified Organic – but there are industry specific certifications that ensure the high-quality care of organically grown plants. One example is the Clean Green Certification, which is the oldest and most trusted certification in the industry.
If a company boasts organic grown cannabis, they should be prepared to provide proof in the form of certification, just like any other farmer touting an organic product.
Why Choose Fleur Brand Organic Cannabis?
Fleur Brand cannabis flower is 100 percent organically grown and is Clean Green Certified. We never use synthetic fertilizers or toxic additives. Our cannabis is completely natural, unlike others who use pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and other toxins in the cultivation process. Our talented team of scientists and cannabis experts have helped us bring our vision of a truly organic cannabis to dispensaries near you.