Hemp is derived from the Cannabis sativa plant species. People across the middle latitudes of Europe and Asia have used hemp since 5000 B.C.

Historically, hemp was used for oils and ointments and but was most commonly used for textiles because of its strong fiber. In fact the term “canvas” is derived from the Latin or Greek word, cannabis or kannabis.

Less commonly known in modern times, was its use for pharmaceutical preparations for asthma, migraines, neuralgic pain, sleep, tremors, epilepsy, and corn remedies.

Hemp and marijuana are different varieties of the same plant species Cannabis sativa. The two varieties are also in the same plant family as beer hops. Hemp is non-intoxicating, whereas marijuana is intoxicating.

Hemp has low concentrations of THC, but high concentrations of CBD. Conversely, marijuana has high concentrations of THC and lower concentrations of CBD.

The term “marijuana” is actually derogatory and is a representation of prohibition under Commissioner Harry Anslinger. You should call it cannabis.

CBD is cannabidiol. THC is tetrahydrocannabidiol, technically this THC is called ∆-9-THC. CBD is non-intoxicating. ∆-9-THC is intoxicating. CBD and ∆-9-THC are two of the main cannabinoids naturally found in Cannabis varieties, like hemp and “marijuana.”

Other cannabinoids include CBG, CBC, CBN, ∆-8-THC + over 100 more. These are all considered phytocannabinoids, phyto meaning plant derived.

The human brain also naturally produces cannabinoids in our endocannabinoid system. These are called endogenous cannabinoids.