Editorial photo #13620406 Human Interest
Cannabis Sativa In The Himalaya - Spotted Crane Fly Insect
A Spotted crane fly (Nephrotoma appendiculata) is seen in Sillerygao, West Bengal, India, on April 16, 2026. Cannabis sativa, known as hemp, marijuana, or weed, is a versatile plant in the Cannabaceae family, significant in medicine, industry, and culture. It produces phytocannabinoids like Delta-9 THC and CBD, used for recreational, spiritual, and therapeutic purposes. The plant also provides hemp fibers for textiles and construction and nutritious seeds. Cannabis sativa is used medicinally for conditions such as chronic pain, nausea, and spasticity related to multiple sclerosis, as well as epilepsy, gastrointestinal disorders, and anxiety. It poses risks, including side effects on lung and cardiovascular health, and is legally restricted in many areas. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
