When you visit Cultivate Las Vegas, you’ll notice our knowledgeable budtenders often discussing the sparkly, crystal-like coating on premium cannabis flowers. These microscopic structures, called trichomes, are the essence of what makes cannabis so unique and effective.
First opening our doors in 2018, Cultivate Las Vegas is well-known across Las Vegas and surrounding areas. We’ve built our reputation by offering unmatched quality of products and customer service, and understanding trichomes is key to our quality assessment process.
What Are Cannabis Trichomes?
Trichomes are tiny, mushroom-shaped glands that cover the surface of cannabis flowers. These structures serve several purposes:
- Protection against pests and predators
- Shield from harmful UV rays
- Production of cannabinoids (THC, CBD)
- Synthesis of terpenes and flavonoids
Types of Trichomes
There are three main types found on cannabis plants:
– Bulbous: Smallest variety, barely visible
– Capitate-sessile: Slightly larger, more abundant
– Capitate-stalked: Largest and most important for cannabinoid production
Harvest Timing
At Cultivate Las Vegas, serving Paradise, NV, and surrounding areas, we ensure our products are harvested at peak trichome development. The color of trichomes indicates optimal harvest time:
– Clear: Not ready
– Cloudy: Peak THC
– Amber: More CBN, sedative effects
Understanding trichomes helps us maintain our commitment to quality, serving customers throughout Spring Valley, NV, North Las Vegas, and beyond with the finest cannabis products available.
Remember to visit our dispensary in Las Vegas to see these crystalline structures for yourself and learn more from our experienced staff.
