What's the difference between hemp and marijuana?Updated 2 days ago

Hemp and marijuana are both varieties of the cannabis plant, but they’re legally and chemically distinct. The key difference lies in their Delta-9 THC content—the compound responsible for the “high.” Hemp contains 0.3% or less Delta-9 THC by dry weight and is federally legal, while marijuana contains more than 0.3% and is regulated under different state laws. Both hemp and marijuana produce naturally occurring cannabinoids, including CBD and THCA—the difference is in the concentration of Delta-9 THC and how they're regulated.