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Marijuana

Cannabis sativa

This plant is native to China, India, and Iran. Today the marijuana plant is grown all over the world. It is grown both legally and illegally depending on where you are growing the plant. There are many uses for this plant and the fibers, flowers, and seeds of the plant are utilized. It is used for rope, lotions, and more commonly as a recreational drug. It should be strongly noted that marijuana is a controlled substance in North America. There have been various studies done in modern times, from 1975 to today. Most of the studies have been mainly focused on THC and its properties. The results show that it is an effective sedative and has anti-inflammatory properties. Marijuana has been known to help with spinal cord injuries, epilepsy, and other chronic pain conditions. It is a great alternative to pain pills that are addictive and can have unwanted side effects. This plant is a great choice if you are looking for pain relief from nervous system issues that is all natural.

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Marijuana is a fascinating plant that has been around for centuries. The earliest written record of the marijuana plant is found from 800 BCE in India.The plant was recommended for medicinal use in helping relieve congestion. There are also records from ancient Egypt about marijuana being used to help cool the uterus and also to help with inflammation of the eyeballs. In the 19th century marijuana was starting to become popular and used for medicinal purposes. Marijuana was prescribed and used as an analgesic. It was even used by Queen Victoria for relieving pain.

The marijuana plant is a straight plant that has branches. The plant can reach around 13 feet or four meters. It is an annual plant so it branches annually. Each plant is either male or female, and the female plant produces the seeds which are valuable. It is important to note that growing marijuana is not legal in all places. Make sure that it is legal to grow the marijuana plant in your area before growing it. This plant does grow best in soil that is rich in organic matter. Marijuana is fairly resilient to different weather climates but it does not do well in extreme climates.

Parts used

Seeds

Female plant - Flowering Top

Constituents

Cannabinoids - THC

Flavonoids

Volatile Oil

Alkaloids

Linoleic Acid

Gammalinolenic Acid

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References

  • Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 182.
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