Regular Seeds: The Genetic Baseline

Regular seeds are widely regarded as the baseline reference for cannabis genetics. They are produced using traditional breeding methods and reflect the full genetic range inherited from their parent strains.

Because regular seeds preserve the widest expression of a lineage, they are often used in genetic documentation, lineage tracking, and long-term preservation projects. Descriptions for regular seeds tend to emphasise ancestry, parent strains, and historical continuity rather than refinement.

You can view documented examples within the regular seeds collection.

Feminised Seeds: Refined and Consistent Documentation

Feminised seeds are presented as a refined form of existing genetics. They are bred to reduce variation within a genetic line, resulting in more uniform documentation and clearer classification across releases.

In modern seed collections, feminised seeds are popular because their descriptions tend to remain consistent over time. This makes them easier to compare across breeders and collections, particularly for collectors focused on documented stability.

Related genetics can be explored within the feminised seeds collection.

Autoflower Seeds: A Distinct Genetic Category

Autoflower seeds are categorised separately due to the introduction of specific genetic traits during breeding. Even when autoflower genetics originate from familiar lineages, they are documented as a distinct group because their genetic structure differs from traditional seed types.

For this reason, autoflower seeds are best compared against other autoflower lines rather than directly against regular or feminised seeds. This ensures fair and meaningful comparison within the same classification.

For context, browse the autoflower seeds collection.

Why These Seed Types Exist

The existence of different seed types is not about quality or hierarchy. Instead, each category reflects a different breeding objective and documentation standard.

Understanding this distinction helps collectors avoid common misconceptions, especially when seeds share similar names but are listed under different classifications.

Genetic Overlap Does Not Mean Identical Seeds

Regular, feminised, and autoflower seeds can share elements of the same genetic background. However, differences in breeding methods, refinement, and preservation mean they remain separate categories within documentation.

This distinction is explored in greater detail in types of cannabis seeds explained.

How Collectors Should Approach Comparisons

When comparing different seed types, collectors are best served by:

• Comparing seeds within the same classification
• Reviewing lineage and documentation rather than relying on names
• Understanding why seed types are categorised differently
• Using educational resources for proper context

This approach supports clearer interpretation and more informed long-term understanding.

Educational and Legal Context

In the UK, cannabis seeds are supplied strictly as adult novelty or souvenir collectibles. This page is provided for educational purposes only and does not offer guidance or instructions for illegal activity.

For full compliance clarity, refer to the UK legal and compliance guide.

Summary

• Regular seeds represent traditional, full-range genetics
• Feminised seeds focus on refined and consistent documentation
• Autoflower seeds form a distinct genetic classification
• Seed types reflect breeding approach, not quality

This page supports informed comparison by explaining why seed types are categorised differently within modern seed documentation.