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What Is CBG?

CBG is having a moment. It’s non-intoxicating like CBD, but it plays a special role in the plant — it’s the precursor the other cannabinoids are built from.

Quick answer: CBG (cannabigerol) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid nicknamed the “mother cannabinoid” because the plant converts it into THC, CBD, and others as it grows. It won’t get you high, and it’s increasingly used on its own and in full-spectrum blends.

Why it’s called the “mother cannabinoid”

Early in growth, the plant produces CBGa, which enzymes then convert into the acids that become THC and CBD. Because most of it converts, mature flower usually contains only small amounts of CBG — which is part of why CBG products can cost more.

How people use it

Like CBD, CBG is non-intoxicating and used for everyday wellness, often blended with CBD. Ask a budtender if you’re curious about trying it.

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Frequently asked questions

Does CBG get you high?

No. CBG is non-intoxicating, like CBD.

Why is CBG called the mother cannabinoid?

Because the plant makes CBG first and then converts it into THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids as it grows.

What is CBG used for?

It is used for everyday wellness, on its own or blended with CBD. Effects are individual and this is not medical advice.

Is CBG expensive?

It can cost more because mature plants usually contain only small amounts of it, making it harder to extract.