<i>Cannabis sativa</i> as an Herbal Ingredient: Problems and Prospects

Abstract

Cannabis sativa, otherwise known as hemp, is discussed to highlight the various problems and prospects associated with its use as an herbal ingredient. The chemical composition of hemp, with classification based on cannabinoid contents, its biological activities, current global scenarios and legality issues, economic importance, and future prospects, are discussed.

Keywords

• <i>Cannabis sativa</i>
• cannabinoids
• biological activities
• cannabis legality
• cannabis economy