The History of Marijuana: The Origin of Cannabis

For thousands of years, the cannabis sativa plant has been cultivated by people around the world. Marijuana has been used as medicine for a range of ailments, and can deliver euphoric highs. But the history of humanity’s relationship with marijuana is a complicated one. This article will take a look at the origins of people’s love affair with marijuana and detail a brief history on the drug’s use in the United States.  

History of Marijuana: What Is Marijuana?   

Marijuana refers to the dried leaves and flowers of the cannabis sativa plant. Marijuana contains