Kief
Kief
Kief (pronounced: /keef/), also known as cannabis crystals or pollen, is a term originating from Arabic (كيف kēf/kīf), meaning 'pleasure, intoxication'. It refers to the resinous trichomes of cannabis that may accumulate in containers or be sifted from loose, dry cannabis flower with a mesh screen or sieve.
Etymology
The term "kief" is derived from the Arabic word (كيف kēf/kīf), which literally translates to 'pleasure' or 'intoxication'. It is believed to have been used in Middle Eastern countries for centuries to describe the powdery substance collected from the cannabis plant.
Description
Kief is a part of the cannabis plant that comes from the tiny, sticky, crystal-like trichomes that are found on the leaves and buds of mature cannabis plants. These trichomes contain the highest concentration of THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis that gives users the feeling of being "high".
Usage
Kief is often used as a way to increase the potency of cannabis products. It can be smoked on its own, but is more commonly added to cannabis flower before smoking to enhance the effects. Kief can also be used to make hash, a concentrated form of cannabis, or infused into edibles or topicals.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kief
- Wikipedia's article - Kief
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