Arabian Hemp

Arabian Hemp
ARABIAN HEMP (Cannabis Indica)
A variety of hemp cultivated in Arabia and India, chiefly for its resinous principle and from which hasheesh is obtained for smoking or chewing; also known as Takrousi hemp.

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