Trichomes are tiny, hair-like structures that grow on the surface of cannabis plants. They are responsible for producing the plant’s cannabinoids and terpenes, which give cannabis its unique psychoactive and therapeutic effects. Checking trichomes is an important part of determining when to harvest cannabis plants, as the color and appearance of the trichomes can indicate the ripeness of the buds.
There are two main types of trichomes: glandular and non-glandular. Glandular trichomes are the ones that produce cannabinoids and terpenes, and they are the most important type of trichome to check when harvesting cannabis. Non-glandular trichomes do not produce cannabinoids or terpenes, and they are not as important to check when harvesting.
