Strain Types Explained

Strain types explained provides clear, educational information about how cannabis strains are traditionally categorised. This section focuses on Indica, Sativa and Hybrid strain types, explaining how these labels are used in genetics, lineage and strain descriptions.

This content is written for educational and research purposes only and is presented within a UK-focused, compliance-first framework.

This section commonly explores:

  • What Indica, Sativa and Hybrid strain types mean
  • How strain categories originated historically
  • Why strain types are used in seed descriptions
  • Common misconceptions about strain labels
  • How genetics influence strain classification

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