What Are Trichomes Used For

Trichomes serve a number of functions, which include physical and chemical protection for the leaf against microbial organisms, aphids and insects, and the maintenance of a layer of still air on the leaf surface, thus combating excess water loss by transpiration.

Can you smoke trichomes?

When you smoke or vape dried bud, you’ll want to preserve as many trichomes as possible. Of course, trichomes are highly sensitive and easily degraded. So you’ll need to be delicate when handling trichomes.

What do trichomes taste like?

Also, trichomes have a bitter taste and a powerful aroma. This prevents most insects or animals from going near the plant.