Glossary term
Cultivar: Cultivar means a cultivated plant variety. In cannabis discussions it is generally more accurate than consumer-facing “strain”.
Why this term matters
Helps replace hype-led language with more neutral horticultural language.
UK medical cannabis context
Useful on product pages that want medically cautious wording.
What not to assume
Cultivar names are not reliable shorthand for clinical effect.
Careful wording: Avoid treating cultivar names as treatment advice.
Related glossary terms
Related MCPH pages
Sources and review notes
This entry is educational vocabulary, not medical advice. Suitability, prescribing, product choice and monitoring belong with a qualified clinician or pharmacist.
- Technical chemistry / terminology review note. Used as terminology context only, not as standalone clinical guidance.
- NHS medical cannabis guidance
- NICE NG144: cannabis-based medicinal products