CBD - CBD (Cannabidiol) is one of about 125 cannabinoids found in the Cannabis family of plants. The cannabis family includes marijuana and hemp. The primary difference between marijuana and hemp is the amount of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) found in the plant. THC is the psychoactive component in marijuana. In other words, it is the stuff that gets you "high". CBD is the component of marijuana that provides relaxation, and relief from pain, stress, anxiety and depression.