Flowers, the undisputed star of CBD products in France
Versatile, organic, natural and powerful, the flower is the most popular form of CBD among consumers in France. Indeed, CBD leaves and flowers, all varieties combined, weigh up to 60% of the demand for cannabidiol products. It must be said that the CBD flower ticks all the right boxes: a raw taste, organic flavors, a wide choice according to the cultivation methods of the plant Cannabis L. Sativa or cultivated hemp (Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse), a variety of modes of consumption (infusions, decoctions, e-liquids to vape, etc.) and powerful soothing effects while remaining legal with a THC level of less than 0.3%.
We don't necessarily know, but France monopolizes 60% of European production of cultivated hemp. Therefore, the stock of CBD leaves and flowers is supplied all year round to the delight of lovers of this product. Moreover, the temporary suspension of the ministerial decree which was to prohibit the marketing of pure CBD flowers and leaves in France has greatly boosted the market. As the interprofession of hemp trades explains, France now has some 7 million consumers of cannabidiol products. They are looking for the anti-inflammatory, analgesic and relaxing effects of hemp as well as the characterful aromas of the Cannabis L. Sativa plant.
Powerful CBD flower: what are we talking about?
The CBD flower is a flower from the dried Cannabis L. Sativa (or Indica) plant which has been selected in the culture for its high level of CBD and almost zero THC.
A powerful CBD flower is simply a flower with a high level of CBD. Of course, the notion of "power" is subjective, and there is no standard framing this qualifier. For some, a flower with more than 10% CBD will be considered potent. For others, only flowers with a CBD rate approaching 90% (plants enriched with cannabidiol crystals) will be considered potent.
Be that as it may, the term "potent CBD flower" is more of a marketing gimmick than a standard for the quality or calming effects of the marketed cannabidiol product. In the mainstream market, the qualifier "potent" is usually given to CBD flowers with a rate above 18%.
What is the average cannabidiol level of CBD flowers?
The level of CBD found naturally in hemp plants can vary greatly depending on the variety. There are strains of the Cannabis L. Sativa plant almost devoid of cannabidiol (level below 1%), while others are around 20%. On the CBD market, the average CBD rate is more around 12%. Indeed, the overwhelming majority of plant varieties on the market fall within the 10-15% CBD range. A few rare varieties naturally reach the rate of 20% CBD.
As a general rule, and insofar as it is a raw and organic product, the leaves and flowers are the products with the highest concentration of cannabidiol. However, you should know that cannabinoids, including CBD, are not evenly distributed in the Cannabis L. Sativa (or Indica) plant. Indeed, the trichomes that adorn the hemp flowers display a high level of CBD, while the stems, leaves and seeds of hemp contain little CBD.
Of course, our online store exclusively sources CBD leaves from concentrated varieties to maximize the soothing effects and aromas of the plant. Our premium quality CBD flowers are grown by the best producers in France, Switzerland and Italy and are offered to you at a smart price!
Powerful CBD flower: what level of cannabidiol for what effect?
Depending on the desired effects, the product to be consumed must have a higher or lower CBD level. Thus, if a CBD level of less than 10% may be sufficient if one simply wishes to take advantage of the soothing effect and promote rapid sleep, it will be necessary to consume a CBD product with more than 15% to hope to relieve chronic pain.
Please note: the concentration of CBD can be neutralized by the amount consumed. For example, consuming 10 grams of a product with 20% CBD or 20 grams of a product with 10% CBD will give you the same effects. A powerful CBD flower will therefore give you the soothing and relaxing effect of hemp even when consuming a small amount.
Powerful CBD flower: what about terpenes?
Terpenes are powerful aromatic compounds that shape the organoleptic properties of CBD flowers (taste, flavors, aromas, fragrance). The Cannabis L. Sativa plant contains different varieties of plant oils: cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids. While the first variety is exclusive to hemp, the others are found in other plants. Terpenes are therefore powerful aromas that impact the taste and effects of CBD products. A powerful CBD flower will most likely be concentrated in terpenes, with characterful aromas and raw flavors much appreciated by purists.
Powerful CBD flower: Indica vs. Sativa
To identify plant varieties, botanists generally rely on physical differences such as variations in height and branching, leaf shape, etc. The plants of the Indica strain are shorter than those of the Sativa strain. Also, Indica strains grow faster than Sativa plants. The researchers explain these differences between the two varieties by a mixture of evolutionary adaptations and geographic isolation. To go further, here are the main differences between CBD flowers according to their original strain, Indica or Sativa.
The CBD flower of the Cannabis Indica strain
- The Cannabis Indica plant originates from the Middle East (Afghanistan, Pakistan…). Its CBD level is generally higher than the Sativa strain, but the THC level is sometimes problematic.
- Overall, CBD flowers from the Cannabis Indica strain have pain-relieving and relaxing effects. Moreover, CBD painkillers authorized in some countries such as the United States use the Cannabis Indica strain;
- It should be noted, however, that the strain does not necessarily provide information on the CBD level. Thus, a flower from the Cannabis Sativa variety may very well have a higher CBD rate than a flower from the Cannabis Indica variety.
- The Cannabis Sativa strain thrives in warm regions, including Central America, South America, and Southeast Asia;< /li>
- Cannabis Sativa plants are known for their energizing effects. They would stimulate creativity and help fight against depression, headaches and loss of appetite. Of course, studies have yet to confirm these effects;
- Here again, the strain does not necessarily provide information on the level of CBD and the expected effects. A plant from the Cannabis Sativa variety may very well exhibit soothing rather than energizing properties.
The CBD flower of the Cannabis Sativa strain
- The Cannabis Sativa strain thrives in warm regions, including Central America, South America, and Southeast Asia;< /li>
- Cannabis Sativa plants are known for their energizing effects. They would stimulate creativity and help fight against depression, headaches and loss of appetite. Of course, studies have yet to confirm these effects;
- Here again, the strain does not necessarily provide information on the level of CBD and the expected effects. A plant from the Cannabis Sativa variety may very well exhibit soothing rather than energizing properties.
The CBD flower from a hybrid strain
Growers and nature have created hybrid forms between Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica strains. Artificial plants are most often created to promote rapid growth, improve crop yield, balance the effects of the product to be consumed, or simply encourage the growth of potent CBD flowers.
Finally, it should be noted that the stock of CBD flowers can be supplied by rarer varieties such as the Cannabis Ruderalis plant which grows in cold regions, in particular Russia and Ukraine. This variety does not have a good level of CBD but is appreciated for its ability to produce flowers in the wild, without human intervention. The Ruderalis variety is therefore widely used to produce hybrid CBD flowers at a low price.
Powerful CBD Flower: Indoor, Outdoor or Greenhouse?
The overwhelming majority of CBD flowers come from outdoor cultivation for obvious cost reasons. However, it is indoor cultivation that produces the most powerful CBD flowers. If you are not necessarily familiar with the different ways of growing the hemp plant, here is a small summary of the main differences:
- Outdoor cultivation, or Outdoor, is closer to nature, to the extent where the hemp plant is shaped by the elements of the environment (soil quality, temperature, humidity, climate, etc.). It produces CBD flowers at a lower cost, with a lower price than Indoor and Greenhouse CBD flowers. There is however a constraint: the quality of the flowers is more random, with sometimes unflattering shapes, as for fruits and vegetables. The Outdoor is a globally eco-friendly culture.
- Indoor culture, or Indoor, is based on artificial lighting technologies, ventilation and air conditioning to produce optimized plants and flowers concentrated in CBD with an almost zero THC level, because the farmer controls all the parameters of the culture.
- Greenhouse cultivation, or Greenhouse, is a hybrid growing method between Indoor and the Outdoor. The hemp plant is grown in the sun but is protected in a greenhouse (Greenhouse in English). The Greenhouse is a good compromise between Indoor (high price and/or volatile stock) and Outdoor (uneven quality).
Are potent CBD flowers legal?
The production and marketing of CBD flowers are governed by European decree n°639 -2014. In France, the legality of CBD flowers is linked to their THC level rather than their CBD content. This is why powerful CBD flowers are legal, provided they are very low in THC (less than 0.3%). This is the guarantee of the absence of any psychotropic effect.
Our range of powerful CBD flowers obviously meets French and European standards. You can therefore choose from our stock of powerful CBD flowers with complete peace of mind.
321CBD, powerful CBD flowers in premium quality!
Amnesia, Lemon Haze, Kush, Purple Haze, Diesel… 321CBD offers you powerful CBD flowers grown Outdoor, Indoor or Greenhouse by the best producers in France, Switzerland and Europe. 'Italy. If you are not necessarily familiar with the world of CBD, here are some essential products that you will find in our stock:
- The White Fire OG CBD flower (5 to 20 grams): From a cross between The White and Fire OG hemp strains, this Greenhouse cultivation variety is particularly concentrated in CBD. You will appreciate its pungent aromas and earthy flavors with a nice woody note. CBD rate: 18.7%. Take advantage of the promo with 5 grams offered on the 20 gram packaging;
- The Purple Haze CBD flower (10 grams), variety from a strain of hemp particularly concentrated in well-being effects, with a very high CBD rate (19 .7%);
- The Sour Widow variety (5 to 20 grams). Naturally rich in CBD, this Outdoor variety comes from a marriage between Super Sour Diesel and the famous White Widow. CBD rate: 13%. Take advantage of the promo with 5 grams offered on the 20 gram packaging;
- The Swiss Tsunami variety (5 to 20 grams). This Swiss variety results from a cross between Sour Tsunami and Swiss Gold. CBD rate: 19.3%. Take advantage of the promo with 5 grams offered on the 20 gram packaging.
