Final answer:
CBD indeed naturally occurs in the cannabis plant and, alongside THC, is one of the main cannabinoids of medical interest.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question is asking whether CBD (cannabidiol) is a naturally occurring compound in the cannabis plant. The answer to this is true. CBD is one of the main cannabinoids that are of medical interest and is found in the cannabis plant. Alongside THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), it has been the subject of scientific research for its potential medical applications, including treating forms of severe childhood epilepsy. Over time, perception and legal status around marijuana and its components have evolved, especially because of its medicinal potential.