Does Trema micranthum (L.) Blume Produce Cannabinoids?
Gerlon de Almeida Ribeiro Oliveira,
Omar Enrique Estrada-Semprun,
Luciano Chaves Arantes
et al.
Abstract:There are inconclusive claims in the scientific literature that the species Trema micranthum, widely distributed throughout the Brazilian territory, may produce phytocannabinoids, potentially serving as an alternative to Cannabis sativa. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive investigation to assess the presence of phytocannabinoids in two Trema micranthum samples collected in the Midwest region of Brazil. In trying to detect cannabinoids in T. micranthum, a recommended cannabis screening test was employe… Show more
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