Why should we stop calling CBD resin "CBD pollen"?

From a botanical perspective, pollen is the male reproductive structure produced by flowers to fertilize ovules. These are fine yellow or dusty particles mainly associated with pollination but are barely visible to the naked eye. 🌼 🐝

CBD resin or CBD hash is a collection of trichomes.

In French cannabis slang, the term "pollen" is a misnomer. It does not refer to the plant's actual reproductive pollen but rather to a fine powder obtained by sifting trichomes—those resinous glands rich in cannabinoids and terpenes.

In summary:

• Pollen (in the botanical sense): It is not at all what we consume in hemp or cannabis products; it is essentially the reproductive apparatus.

• "Pollen" (in cannabis): A misused term that refers to powdered trichomes, a step before becoming what we define as hash or cannabis resin.

So, scientifically, the term "pollen" is incorrect, but it is widely used in everyday cannabis-related language in France. 😄 You have just pinpointed a common confusion that is often shared out of ignorance, so don’t hesitate to share this article!

Bonus: Should we say "Trichome" or "Trichrome"?

It’s "trichome," without an "r". 😊

Trichomes are microscopic structures present on the surface of many plants, including cannabis.

They are small hair-like or glandular growths and play a crucial role in producing chemical compounds such as cannabinoids (CBD, THC) and terpenes, which contribute to aroma and effects.

Quick reminder to avoid confusion with "trichrome":

• Trichrome: This word relates to color ("tri" = three, "chroma" = color), as in "trichrome printing," which uses three primary colors. It has nothing to do with plant trichomes. 🎨

So, when talking about the resinous glands of cannabis that make up hash or cannabis resin, "trichomes" is the correct term! 🌿

To conclude, hash and resin are two words that correctly define the same thing: a collection of trichomes.