"African Herb: The Next Frontier in Medical Cannabis?"
The woolly umbrella, a South African flowering plant that smells like curry, has been found to produce over 40 cannabinoids, including CBG, a cannabinoid that has shown promise as a treatment for neurological disorders, colon cancer, and various other medical conditions. Unlike cannabis, the woolly umbrella doesn't produce THC or CBD, making it a commercially viable plant source for bioactive cannabinoids. Researchers have developed tools for sustained production of these compounds, which could help explore their enormous therapeutic potential.