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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring compound from the plant Cannabis sativa L, called both marijuana and hemp. The main difference between hemp and marijuana is the amount of delta-9 THC (the primary psychoactive component of marijuana) contained in the plant. By US federal law, cannabis containing more than 0.3% delta-9 THC is illegal, and the cannabis that has 0.3% or less delta-9 THC is called hemp.

Since both hemp and marijuana come from the same plant, there is some confusion about whether they are the same. In the US, hemp is federally legal, whereas marijuana is not. While marijuana contains high levels of delta-9 THC, hemp generally has elevated levels of cannabidiol or CBD.

Cannabis is one of the first plants known to have been utilized for medicinal, recreational, and religious purposes. The history of these uses dates back 5,000 years. Farmers grow this crop for industrial purposes such as fabric, ropes, sails, and paper production. This versatile plant has a rich history of varied applications, including supporting a healthy life.

Experiments conducted by institutions such as the FDA, Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research, and others have shown that cannabinoids may help support quality of life and improve the experience of pain and anxiety. In recent years, clinical data has supported a better understanding of how botanical substances may be beneficial in supporting different chronic health concerns.

Our company is proud to be an industry leader, making products that have helped people worldwide cope with a variety of complaints. We were among the first companies in the nation to develop a non-psychoactive pediatric tincture. We continually research and develop new products to help people through the transformative power of cannabinoids.

Plant & Flask’s range of products includes: CBD Drops, THC Drops, Drowsy Drops, Topicals, Oral Sprays, Pet Products, Suppositories, and Miscellaneous Consumables.

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Certificates of Analysis are available upon request.

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What physicians and pharmacists say about our products

Plant & Flask is my full-service resource for a wide assortment of phytocannabinoid dosage forms. As a pharmacist with years of experience working in compounding pharmacies, my endorsement of a cannabis company would require that similar best practices be incorporated into their standard operating procedures in regard to product formulation. Plant & Flask does this and more.

Having also co-owned a health food store for nearly 20 years, the ability to curate for quality and value was an absolute requirement. Plant & Flask's team takes a similar approach when sourcing for BOTH active AND inactive ingredients, as well as the containers for their product.

In summary, Plant & Flask manufactures a consistently reliable product at a very fair price point, that I can trust.

Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend our customers to work closely with their medical professionals to ensure they take the correct dosage for their unique needs.

Delta-8 THC is a close cousin to its more famous counterpart, delta-9 THC. It is structurally similar with a difference of a few chemical bonds. This enables it to perform equivalently to delta-9 while offering a lower psychotropic effect and complying with US Federal hemp laws.

Yes, all of our product formulations conform to Section 7606 of the 2014 US Farm Bill and are made in compliance with the Maine Office of Marijuana Policy directives.

CBD is legal in 47 states, with Idaho, Nebraska, and South Dakota not allowing sales if they are less than 0.3% delta-9 THC and are derived from hemp rather than marijuana. All of our products contain less than that amount and all of our cannabinoids are extracted from fully-legal hemp.

Both "hemp" and "marijuana" refer to the Cannabis sativa L plant, with the major difference being the delta-9 THC content. Hemp is defined under US law as containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight, whereas marijuana contains significantly more delta-9 THC and produces a psychotropic effect when ingested.

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds naturally produced in the flowers of a Cannabis sativa plant. They mimic some compounds naturally produced in the human body, called endocannabinoids. Current researches have identified two main receptors in the body for cannabinoids, called CB1 and CB2 receptors. CB1 receptors can be found in the central nervous system and some peripheral nervous system locations. Activity at the CB1 receptors affects appetite, muscular control, pain response, thermoregulation, cognition, and stress response. CB2 receptors are primarily found within the immune system and gastrointestinal system. When CB2 receptors are activated, there is a stimulation response that fights inflammation, possibly reducing pain and minimizing tissue damage. While these two receptors have the greatest body of research, more and more studies are looking at other emerging cannabinoid receptors.

Cannabinoids- Cannabinoids interact with specific receptors within different parts of the central nervous system. They regulate how cells communicate - how they send, receive, or process messages.
Terpenes- Terpenes are naturally occurring chemical compounds responsible for the aromas, flavors, and even colors associated with various vegetation types. Terpenes make certain cannabis strains smell or taste different from others and can cause different strains to have different effects.
Flavanoids- Flavanoids help regulate cellular activity and fight off free radicals that cause oxidative stress on your body. They help your body function more efficiently while protecting it against everyday toxins and stressors. Flavonoids are also powerful antioxidant agents.
Vitamins- Vitamins are a group of organic compounds which are essential for normal growth and nutrition. They are required in small quantities in the diet because the body cannot synthesize them.
Peptides- Peptides are strings of amino acids, which are the "building blocks" of proteins. There are lots of different peptides, each of which has a different role in the human body.
Minerals- Minerals are those elements on the earth and in foods that our bodies need to develop and function normally. Those essential for health include calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine, chromium, copper, fluoride, molybdenum, manganese, and selenium. Minerals are essential for making enzymes and hormones.

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