As Florida’s medical cannabis program matures, patients across the state are embracing a wide variety of consumption methods tailored to their individual needs. With over 880,000 registered patients as of mid-2024, understanding how medical cannabis is consumed in Florida provides valuable insight into current patient preferences and the evolving dispensary market.
🌿 Methods of Cannabis Consumption in Florida
The Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) outlines several approved delivery routes, each with specific daily and 70-day THC limits:
- Smoking (flower, pre-rolls): 2.025 grams/day, 2.5 oz max every 35 days
- Inhalation (vapes): 350 mg THC/day, 24,500 mg per 70-day period
- Oral (capsules, tinctures): 200 mg THC/day, 14,000 mg total
- Sublinguals: 190 mg/day, 13,300 mg over 70 days
- Edibles: 60 mg/day, 4,200 mg over 70 days
- Topicals: 150 mg/day
- Suppositories: 195 mg/day
Source: KnowTheFactsMMJ.com
📊 What Are Patients Using Most?
While the state doesn’t publicly release a breakdown of product sales by form, industry sources and dispensary trends reveal a few clear favorites:
🔥 Flower & Pre-Rolls
Since the 2019 legalization of smokable cannabis, whole flower and pre-rolls have remained top sellers. Patients value their fast onset and full-spectrum effects.
Source: MMTCFL.com
🍬 Edibles
Edibles became legal in 2020 and have since surged in popularity, especially among patients looking for long-lasting, smoke-free relief. Gummies and chocolates are top choices.
Source: MyFloridaGreen.com
💨 Vape Cartridges
Vapes offer discreet, portable, and fast relief. They remain a go-to option for daytime symptom management.
🧪 Rosin & Concentrates
Rosin, a solventless concentrate, appeals to experienced users seeking high potency and purity. Brands like 710 Labs, MPX (GrowHealthy), and Sunburn are highly rated.
Learn More: Understanding Cannabis Rosin: A Solventless Favorite Among Florida Medical Patients
💧 Tinctures & Sublinguals
These are especially useful for beginners and those who prefer precise, dose-controlled delivery without inhalation. They’re commonly used for sleep, anxiety, and chronic pain.
🌿 Topicals & Suppositories
While less widely used, topicals offer targeted pain relief without psychoactive effects. Suppositories are niche but effective for certain chronic conditions.
📈 Growth & Availability Trends
- Patient Growth: From 299,000 in early 2020 to 884,531 in 2024, patient enrollment continues to rise.
Source: OmniDoctors.com - Expanded Offerings: Dispensaries like Trulieve, Fluent, and MÜV are expanding their menus to include everything from edibles and rosin to inhalers and transdermal patches.
Source: GetFluent.com
🧠 Final Thoughts
Florida’s medical cannabis market reflects a wide range of patient preferences, with flower, edibles, and vape products leading the way. Meanwhile, newer methods like rosin and tinctures are gaining popularity for their potency and versatility. As patient numbers grow and product innovation continues, the state is positioned to remain one of the fastest-growing cannabis markets in the country.