Cannabis is a plant species that includes three distinct varieties: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis. The plant is believed to have originated in Central Asia and has been used for a variety of purposes for thousands of years. The earliest evidence of cannabis use dates back to the Neolithic age in China, where it was used for food, fiber, and medicinal purposes.
- Over time, the plant has evolved and been selectively bred to enhance certain characteristics, such as the level of THC (the main psychoactive compound in cannabis) and the size and yield of the plant. As a result, different varieties of cannabis have been developed, each with its own unique set of characteristics.
- Cannabis was also used in various cultures and religions for spiritual and recreational purposes. The plant spread throughout the world and was used in different ways by different cultures. For example, it was used as a medicine in ancient China, as an intoxicant in ancient India, and for spiritual purposes in ancient Africa and the Americas.