Entourage Hypothesis
The Entourage Hypothesis proposes that cannabis compounds—cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other phytochemicals—produce synergistic effects when present together, rather than in isolation. This concept emerged from early cannabinoid research and has become central to breeding and extraction discussions, though the mechanisms remain under investigation. Breeders working in this framework often preserve full-plant chemistry rather than isolating single compounds. The hypothesis influences decisions around strain selection, terpene profiling, and whole-flower versus distillate applications. It remains a working theory in cannabis science, not a proven pharmacological mechanism.
Entourage Hypothesis strains
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The Entourage Hypothesis proposes that cannabis compounds—cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other phytochemicals—produce synergistic effects when present together, rather than in isolation. This concept emerged from early cannabinoid research and has become central to breeding and extraction discussions, though the mechanisms remain under investigation. Breeders working in this framework often preserve full-plant chemistry rather than isolating single compounds. The hypothesis influences decisions around strain selection, terpene profiling, and whole-flower versus distillate applications. It remains a working theory in cannabis science, not a proven pharmacological mechanism.
Breeders referencing entourage principles typically prioritize maintaining diverse terpene and minor-cannabinoid profiles over pure THC or CBD yield. This approach shapes strain development toward complexity rather than single-compound dominance.
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