wholecone

Wholecone is a term with several uses, and there is no single, universal definition. In botany and forestry, it denotes an intact reproductive unit of coniferous trees: a cone that has been harvested without breaking or removing scales, often used for seed collection or propagation. The term might also describe seed cones collected in nursery settings or seed orchards, where preserving the cone's integrity can aid in seed extraction later or indicate maturity. In this context, "wholecone" contrasts with processing steps that remove seeds, separate scales, or grind material.

In cannabis supply chains, some retailers use "wholecone" to describe products sold as a whole, unbroken bud or as a single, cone-shaped unit. The usage varies by region and retailer, and "wholecone" is not a formally standardized category. When used, it typically signals that the product is presented as a premium, intact item rather than ground herb or cut portions, though exact definitions depend on the seller's labeling and packaging.

Etymology-wise, the term combines "whole" with "cone," reflecting the preserved conical structure either in a plant cone or in a product that preserves an entire cone-shaped form. See also conifer cone, seed cone, and cannabis cone products.