CBC, or cannabichromene, is a compound found in Cannabis plants and is recognized as a phytocannabinoid. It’s among the “big six” group of major cannabinoids due to the discussions around its potential supportive qualities. CBC and its derivatives are as prevalent as CBN in the cannabis plant and are typically more common in tropical cannabis varieties. It’s important to note that while there’s ongoing research about CBC and its potential qualities, definitive health benefits have not been established.
Cannabichromene also goes by the names; cannabichrome, pentylcannabichromene or cannabinochromene.
CBC is a somewhat lesser-known cannabinoid among cannabis enthusiasts, but it’s one of the most researched of all of cannabis’ chemical components.
CBC was discovered more than 50 years ago and has been the subject of various studies dating back to the 1970s. It’s among the most abundant of all non-psychoactive cannabinoids present in the hemp and cannabis plants.
CBC originates from CBGA or cannabigerolic acid. This acid is the same compound from which THC and CBD originate. Enzymes in the hemp or cannabis plant, as well as a few other factors such as light conditions and heat, are responsible for which of the three cannabinoids the CBGA eventually becomes.
CBC is believed to contribute to an interesting phenomenon researchers have observed when studying the effects of various cannabinoids.
The phenomenon, known as the “entourage effect,” describes how different cannabinoids may work to amplify the effects of one another when used in tandem and may even produce effects that none of the individual cannabinoids are known to provide on their own.
CBC is one of the cannabinoids that has garnered interest for its potential supportive qualities. Some believe it may promote comfort, support a healthy inflammation response, and possibly aid in mood balance.
While there’s interest in CBC’s potential role in various areas, it’s essential to note that research is ongoing. One notable characteristic of CBC is that it’s non-psychoactive, meaning it doesn’t produce the “high” associated with THC. This trait might appeal to those seeking the potential benefits of cannabinoids without the psychoactive effects.
