THCV

Tetrahydrocannabivarin

C₁₉H₂₆O₂ 286.41 g/mol Dose-dependent

Typical abundancetrace

Receptor targets

CB1 (antagonist at low dose / agonist at high dose) · CB2

Mechanism of action

A propyl analogue of THC that blocks CB1 at low doses but can activate it at higher doses, so its effects depend strongly on amount.

Reported effects

Appetite ↓ (low dose)

Common terpenes

Pinene Terpinolene

Research

Emerging; investigated for appetite and metabolic effects. Enriched in some landrace cultivars.