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sugar leaf

What does sugar leaf mean?

The small leaves growing among cannabis flowers, coated in trichomes and often trimmed off.

"Save the sugar leaf trim for making edibles."

Origin

Named for the sugary, frosted appearance from dense trichome coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is a sugar leaf?
A sugar leaf is one of the small leaves that grow among the cannabis buds, coated in trichomes that give it a frosted, sugary look.
Why is it called sugar leaf?
It's named for its sugary, crystal-frosted appearance caused by the dense coating of trichomes.
What do people do with sugar leaf?
It's usually trimmed off the buds and saved, because the trichome coating makes it useful for making edibles, hash, or other extracts rather than being wasted.
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