How are cannabis and hemp different? Economic plants that are more useful than you think

When it comes to cannabis and hemp If you look at the outside, you will find that the appearance of cannabis and hemp plants is not much different. Even though they are plants in the same family, they have different physical characteristics, benefits, and actions. four twenty I'll take you to see what cannabis is. How are hemp different in detail? Ready, let's go.

What are the physical characteristics of the cannabis plant?

• Nickname: Cannabis, or in English called Cannabis
• Scientific name: Cannabis sativa L.subsp. Indica
• Leaf color: Has dark green leaves.
• Leaf characteristics: The leaves are wide and thick. They are divided into approximately 5-7 lobes. Each lobe is arranged closely together. And the edge of the leaf is serrated with sawtooth. The width of the leaves is approximately 0.3-1.5 centimeters and the length is approximately 6-10 centimeters. 
• Stem: characteristics of a cannabis plant It has a short, upright bush, about 1-3 meters tall, with an average of about 2 meters. The stems are green but when dry they become brown.
• Branches: There are many branches.
• Fibers: Long, tough, and somewhat coarse in appearance. And the fiber is of lower quality than hemp.
• Seeds: Seeds are small, round, oval shaped, smooth, shiny surface, size approximately 3-4 millimeters, average weight 8-24 grams per 1000 seeds.
• Content of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol): In cannabis, there will be more than 1% of THC.
• CBD (Cannabidiol) content: In cannabis, there will be no more than 2% CBD.
• Benefits: It is extracted as medicine to treat disease and used in medicine.

What can cannabis be used for?

Cannabis is a plant that can be used for every part. It is mostly used medically as a medicine to treat various symptoms. And there are other uses as well. Let's see what each part of cannabis can be used for.

• Inflorescence: The flower part is used as a medicine for nerve problems such as insomnia, overthinking, or used to cook food for people who have anorexia.
• Seeds: Seeds are used as a tonic in Thai medicine texts. It is also used as a remedy for thirst, dysentery, and constipation in the elderly. The oil obtained from the seeds is used in industries such as house paints and soap.
• Leaves: The leaves are used as a remedy for fever and yellowing. Relieves trembling, trembling voice, and lack of energy. Also, fresh cannabis leaves are shredded and then dried. It is then smoked as a medicine to treat asthma. and helps expand the bronchial tubes Additionally, cannabis leaves can be used to feed animals.
• Stem: The whole plant can be used as a remedy for irregular menstruation. medicine for muscle spasms Or used externally as a remedy for skin diseases, eczema, and ringworm. In addition to medical use The fibers of the trunk are used for weaving cloth or sacks. The resulting fabric will be of good quality, durable, flexible, and lightweight. Therefore it was popularly used to make armor. or equipment in the car
• CBD and THC extracts no more than 0.2: Cannabis extracts help patients respond better to radiation therapy. Therefore, when used together with radiation, it can kill more cancer cells. And this extract can treat diseases caused by inflammation of the brain and spinal cord as well.
• Branches: Young shoots can be extracted as medicine for diseases related to the nervous system. Cure cerebral palsy It is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory drug, dysentery medicine, stomach pain medicine, and diarrhea medicine.
• Roots: Cannabis roots are used in a variety of medical applications. And it depends on the purpose you want to use. The medicinal properties of cannabis roots include anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, anticancer, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Prevent stomach ulcers Antioxidant, anti-parasitic, anti-tumor, anti-diabetic, anti-influenza virus. Reduce cholesterol levels in heart disease patients and reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, etc.

Benefits of cannabis

Cannabis has the following main benefits:

• Mix cannabis with food To stimulate more appetite
• Used as a medicine to reduce pressure in the eyes of people with glaucoma.
• Can prevent depression make you more relaxed Reduce violent behavior and adjust various balances in the body
• Helps reduce muscle spasms and tremors. Makes body movement better
• Effective treatment lasts longer than using steroids or anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Inhibits Abeta protein cells from producing toxins. Therefore, it can prevent the occurrence of Alzheimer's.
• Can kill cancer cells in the brain, skin, and pancreas.
• Reduce the chance of obesity and diabetes.
• Cannabis can be grown and made into 4 times more paper than perennial plants.
• The fibers are high quality, strong and lightweight. Can be used as a component of a variety of materials.

What are the physical characteristics of the hemp plant?

• Nickname: Hemp, or in English called Hemp
• Scientific name: Cannabis sativa L.subsp. Sativa
• Leaf color: Has lighter green leaves than cannabis.
• Leaf characteristics: The leaves are slender and pointed, separated into approximately 7-11 lobes. Each lobe is arranged quite far apart from each other. The edges of the leaves are serrated and serrated. and has a leaf stalk approximately 2-7 centimeters long
• Trunk: Looks like a hemp tree. It is a tall, slender, erect green trunk. Height approximately 1-6 meters, with an average of approximately 3 meters.
• Branches: There is little branching.
• Fiber: The hemp plant provides a higher amount of fiber than hemp and is of a higher quality. It is 2 times stronger than cotton.
• Seeds: The seeds are large, oval shaped, and have a smooth, shiny surface. and may have a slight pattern The pattern is a brown dotted pattern. It has an average width of 4.47 mm., an average length of 5.11 mm., and an average thickness of 3.75 mm.
• Content of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol): In hemp, there will be no more than 1% THC.
• CBD (Cannabidiol) content: Hemp contains more than 2% CBD.
• Benefits: Because it provides a large amount and quality fiber. Therefore, it is commonly used in textile work, paper making, or in the food and cosmetics industries.

What can hemp be used for?

Hemp is a plant that can be used in every part. Whether it is traditional medicine or modern medicine But they are mostly made into products in the cosmetic industry. For example:

• Inflorescence: Used as an ingredient in modern medicine, Thai traditional medicine, and herbal medicine.
• Seeds: Seeds are high in protein. Used to produce cooking flour Protein supplements, baked goods and snacks The oil obtained from the seeds is used to make edible oil. and various cosmetics such as soap, sunscreen, shampoo, skin lotion, lipstick, and facial masks.
• Leaves: Leaves are used in traditional Thai medicine, herbal medicine, herbal tea, herbal cosmeceuticals, food, condiments, cosmetics, and scrubbing and cleaning products.
• Stem: The stem is used in Thai traditional medicine, herbal medicine, herbal cosmeceuticals. and cosmetics such as soap, shampoo, hair conditioner, and scrub cream. The fibers from the trunk are used to weave fabric to protect against UV rays.
• CBD and THC extracts not more than 0.2: used in modern medicine, herbal medicine, herbal cosmeceuticals. and are used in food, beverages, and dietary supplements. However, these extracts are never added to infant food. Products for oral use and for hidden spots
• Branches: The branches are used in traditional Thai medicine, herbal medicine, and herbal cosmeceuticals. and other herbal products such as cosmetics, scrubbing and cleaning products 
• Roots: The roots are used in traditional Thai medicine, herbal medicine, and herbal cosmeceuticals. and cosmetics such as soap, exfoliating powder

Benefits of hemp

Hemp has the following main benefits:

• make yarn and rope to be used for weaving and various clothing
• produced into paper
• Produce Alcohol, Ethanol, Methanol and charcoal.
• Produce building decorations and furniture
• The seeds can be used as food. Because it contains omega 3, omega 6, omega 9, linoleic acid, alpha- and gamma-linolenic acid and vitamin E, which are beneficial to the body and can prevent disease.
• Produced as soap, sunscreen, shampoo, moisturizing lotion, lipstick, and fuel.
• Used to make butter, cheese, tofu, milk, ice cream, dietary supplements, and may be used in place of soy in the future.
• Make healthy tea drinks or mixed with other foods
• Extracted into essential oils For use in the cosmetic industry
• Hemp plants can be planted to help remove radioactive substances.
• Use the fibers to make kimonos. Because it is highly durable

What are THC and CBD? How are they different?

The main active substances in cannabis and hemp plants are Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). These two substances differ in their benefits and side effects. THC works to relieve pain and muscle spasms. Useful in helping reduce nausea, allergies, blood clots, and chronic pain. Insomnia relieve anxiety and increase appetite As for side effects, too high a dose of THC can cause dry mouth, red eyes, intoxication, and hallucinations. CBD is used to relieve seizures. Muscle weakness, Parkinson's, depression, migraines, diabetes, and heart disease. For CBD, there are rarely side effects. But side effects may occur from using drugs together. This can cause diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.

Difference between cannabis and hemp

Because the origin comes from Cannabis sativa L., the same but different species. At first glance Then they might look similar. Therefore, it is not strange to wonder how cannabis and hemp differ. In fact, they differ from their physical characteristics, including the color of the leaves, the appearance of the leaves, and the height of the plants. and branching And another thing that is different is the action, because the amount of THC, which is the active ingredient in cannabis and hemp plants, is not the same. It is found more in cannabis. Causes feelings of euphoria, relaxation, and sleepiness. In hemp, more CBD is found, which helps suppress pain, reduce inflammation, and convulsions.

How to get permission to grow cannabis and hemp

• Prepare documents as required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Apply for permission before starting to plant.
• If grown in Bangkok, you can submit an application at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• If planted in other provinces Submit an application at the Provincial Public Health Office (Public Health Office).
• If seeds are imported, an application must be submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Or you can register to grow cannabis or hemp easily through the 'Grow Hemp' application as follows.

1. Enter the website Growing hemp or the cannabis cultivation application (can be downloaded for both iOS and Android)
2. register
3. Notify according to purpose
4. Receive electronic notification documents

Although cannabis and hemp are plants in the same family, But there are still differences in some parts, such as physical characteristics. or utilization Cannabis is often used as medicine and medical use. But hemp is often used in textiles, paper, food, beverage and cosmetic industries. As for the action of cannabis, it causes a feeling of euphoria. and more relaxing than hemp. You probably already know how cannabis and hemp differ. If you want quality cannabis or hemp that is safe to use. You can contact us at four twenty Trustworthy and legal cannabis distribution locations