Cannabinoids Explained: THC, CBD, and the Minor Ones
THC and CBD get all the attention, but the cannabis plant makes dozens of cannabinoids. Here’s a simple map so the labels stop looking like alphabet soup.
The big two
- THC — intoxicating; the “high.” Includes Delta-9, Delta-8, THCa (once heated).
- CBD — non-intoxicating; everyday wellness.
The supporting cast
- CBG — non-intoxicating “mother cannabinoid.”
- CBN — mildly intoxicating; evening blends.
- CBC — non-intoxicating minor.
- THCV — clear, energetic.
Why it matters
Products increasingly blend cannabinoids for a specific feel. Knowing the map helps you read a label and pick with intent — or just ask a budtender.
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Shop the menu →Frequently asked questions
What are cannabinoids?
The active compounds in cannabis. THC and CBD are the best known, alongside minor cannabinoids like CBG, CBN, CBC, and THCV.
What is the difference between THC and CBD?
THC is intoxicating (it gets you high); CBD is not. They are the two most abundant cannabinoids.
What are minor cannabinoids?
Cannabinoids present in smaller amounts — like CBG, CBN, and THCV — each with its own character, often used in blends.
Do cannabinoids work together?
Many people and some research suggest they do — an interaction called the entourage effect.