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marijuana

Scientific Name: Cannabis sativa ssp. sativa var. sativa

Family: Cannabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Cannabis (Marijuana)

Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana and by various other names like ganja, weed, reefer, and grass, refers to preparations derived from the Cannabis plant. These preparations are intended for use as a psychoactive drug or medicine.

Considerations for Children

  • Marijuana is a green, brown, or gray mix of dried, crumbled parts from the marijuana plant, including leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers.
  • The text mentions discussions surrounding marijuana use among young people.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cannabis sativa
  • Common Names: Marijuana, ganja, weed, reefer, grass, hash, shit, chocolate
  • The text indicates "Cannabis" describes any of the different drugs that come from the Indian hemp plant.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text notes American production of hemp in the 17th century.
  • The text mentions recreational and medical marijuana laws in various states, including California, Colorado, and Massachusetts.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Marijuana is described as a green, brown, or gray mixture of dried, shredded leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers of the hemp plant.

Ecological Role

  • The text references the American production of hemp for rope, sails, and clothing in the 17th century.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text highlights that marijuana smoke contains harmful chemicals similar to tobacco smoke.

Additional Information

  • NORML: A nonprofit lobbying organization working to legalize marijuana.
  • Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED): Responsible for licensing and regulating the Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado.
  • Marijuana Business Daily: Hosts conferences for industry executives, experts, and investors.
  • /r/Marijuana: An educational and informative subreddit for Marijuana.