Hash, often called Hashish : One of the Major Cannabis Derivatives
Hash, or hashish, as it is commonly known, is a psychoactive compound derived from the female Cannabis sativa plant. Hash has become a more widely used drug globally as new product derivatives have made it popular for medicinal and recreational use. While the name hash is sometimes used to describe other types of marijuana (weed) products, it has important differences in its potency and effects on users of the drug.
Hash contains essentially the same active ingredients found in marijuana, except in a more concentrated THC form. Sinsemilla, hashish and hash oil are stronger forms of marijuana. These products are THC concentrates or extracts. They appear as a dark brown, waxy substance or can be made into an oil. As with marijuana, people who use hash may experience a pleasant euphoria and sense of relaxation. Other common effects may include heightened sensory perception (such as brighter colors), laughter, altered perception of time, and increased appetite. Hash production usually involves cultivating and harvesting the Cannabis female plant. The flowering bud of plants is then dried.
The trichomes present on the flowers are collected by filtering the buds with a sieve. The filtered resin is then crushed either by hand or machine, which results in the extraction of oil with a thick texture. Another step involves moulding the crushed resin into the desired form.
