The process involves utilizing a pipe or similar device designed with a small depression, the “bowl,” intended for containing and combusting plant matter, typically cannabis. This method facilitates inhalation of the resulting smoke. The implementation requires packing the bowl with the substance, applying a flame to ignite it, and drawing air through the pipe to draw the smoke into the users lungs.
Understanding this procedure is essential for users seeking to control dosage and optimize the inhalation experience. It offers a direct method of consumption, providing relatively rapid effects. Historically, similar techniques have been employed using various materials and plant substances across different cultures for recreational and medicinal purposes.