If you’ve browsed our Shop or read our FAQ, you’ve seen the phrase “Full Spectrum” often. But what does it really mean — and why should it matter to you?
At Flora Sophia Botanicals, we believe the hemp plant’s full potential lies in its wholeness. Here’s how Full Spectrum extraction works, why it’s different, and how it supports your well-being.
What Makes a Product “Full Spectrum”?
A Full Spectrum extract retains the hemp plant’s complete range of natural compounds — cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and phytosterols — processed gently with minimal heat to preserve their synergy.
Compare with:
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Isolate → single compound (like CBD only)
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Broad Spectrum → similar to full spectrum but typically THC-free
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Distillate → moderately processed with fewer natural compounds
Learn more about our gentle extraction methods in Our Story.
The Power of Plant Compounds
Cannabinoids
Naturally occurring molecules that interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) to help maintain balance in mood, sleep, appetite, and recovery. Discover more in Understanding the ECS.
Flavonoids
Nutrients that give plants their vivid colors and provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Terpenes
The aromatic molecules that define each strain’s scent and may influence relaxation, focus, or energy. Terpenes are also key players in the entourage effect.
Phytosterols
Plant compounds structurally similar to cholesterol — known to help support healthy cholesterol levels and cardiovascular wellness.
The Entourage Effect: Why Whole-Plant Matters
When cannabinoids, terpenes, and other plant compounds work together, they amplify one another’s potential. This natural synergy — known as the Entourage Effect — embodies the principle of whole-plant medicine: nature’s design, preserved and delivered as intended.
That’s why our motto is simple:
“Everything the plant gives to us, we give to you.”
Choosing the Right Spectrum for You
| Extraction Type | Includes THC? | Contains Other Compounds? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Spectrum | Trace (< 0.3%) | Yes | Whole-plant benefits |
| Broad Spectrum | No | Yes | THC-sensitive users |
| Isolate | No | No | Targeted or single-compound use |
If you must avoid THC completely, consider our Broad Spectrum options from the Shop.
How to Verify Full Spectrum Quality
Before purchasing, check that your product includes:
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Third-Party Lab Results (COAs) — confirm cannabinoid profile and THC content.
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Transparent Labeling — lists of cannabinoids and terpenes.
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Source Transparency — learn where and how it’s grown on our Our Story page.
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Natural Carriers — like organic hemp seed oil for optimal absorption.
Why Flora Sophia Stands by Full Spectrum
Our approach to hemp honors both science and tradition. Every batch of Flora Sophia extract is:
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Grown with integrity on small U.S. farms
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Extracted with minimal processing
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Lab-tested for purity and potency
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Crafted to preserve nature’s full chemical harmony
Read more about our origins and philosophy in Our Story.
Takeaway
Choosing Full Spectrum means embracing the plant’s complete profile for a richer, more holistic experience. When purity, potency, and transparency matter, trust Flora Sophia Botanicals to deliver nature’s formula — nothing added, nothing taken away.
I used to buy the full spectrum hemp extract 1600+mg….1400 mg total CBD for 80.00 a bottle. I can’t find it on your website. Do you still carry it?
Thank you.
Judy FitzPatrick