Super Silver Haze Strain UK — Complete Medical Cannabis Patient Guide
UK patient guide to Super Silver Haze: energetic sativa effects, 18–23% THC, medical uses for depression, fatigue and ADHD, and where to access it on prescription.
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Super Silver Haze (SSH) is a legendary sativa-dominant strain and multiple Cannabis Cup winner that has found a firm place in the UK medical cannabis formulary. Bred from Northern Lights, Haze, and Skunk #1, it delivers clear-headed, energising effects that are highly valued by patients who need functional daytime relief without sedation.
What Is Super Silver Haze?
Super Silver Haze is a classic sativa strain developed by Green House Seeds in the 1990s. It won three consecutive High Times Cannabis Cup titles (1997–1999) and remains one of the most respected medical strains globally. In the UK, it is prescribed by specialist clinicians for a range of conditions where sedating strains would be counterproductive.
THC & CBD Profile
- THC: 18–23%
- CBD: 0.1–0.2%
- Type: Sativa
- Dominant Terpenes: Terpinolene, myrcene, caryophyllene
SSH sits at the higher end of the THC range for sativa strains. Terpinolene contributes fresh, floral uplift while myrcene provides subtle grounding to prevent overwhelming anxiety in sensitive patients.
Effects for UK Patients
Super Silver Haze produces energetic, uplifting, creative, and euphoric effects. Unlike heavy indica strains, SSH allows patients to remain functional — making it suitable for use during the day, at work, or in social situations.
What to Expect
- Rapid onset of mental clarity and motivation
- Mood elevation and increased sociability
- Mild body relaxation without sedation
- Possible mild increase in heart rate — start low if you have cardiovascular concerns
Common Medical Uses
SSH is most commonly prescribed in the UK for:
- Depression & low mood — the euphoric uplift makes it one of the go-to prescriptions for MDD
- Chronic fatigue — energising terpene profile helps combat fatigue without stimulants
- ADHD & focus difficulties — many patients report improved concentration and task completion
- Nausea — sativa strains have well-documented anti-nausea properties
See our depression treatment guide for more context.
Flavour & Aroma
Super Silver Haze has a distinctive citrus, spicy, earthy, and sweet aroma. The terpinolene-forward profile gives it a fresh lime-and-pine character on inhale, with a smooth, slightly sweet finish. Patients often describe it as one of the most pleasant-tasting medical strains.
How to Use: Oil vs Flower
Dried Flower (Vaporisation)
Ideal temperature range is 175–195°C for a clean, terpene-rich vapour. Higher temperatures will increase sedation slightly. Browse flower products on LeafMe.
Oil / Extract
SSH oils are useful for patients who need sustained daytime effect. Expect a gentler onset (45–90 min) with 4–6 hours of functional relief.
Where to Find Super Silver Haze in the UK
SSH is widely available through UK licensed producers. A valid prescription from a registered cannabis clinician is required. Use the LeafMe clinic finder to start your access journey.
Patient Experiences
"SSH genuinely changed my relationship with my depression. I can function, think clearly, and actually feel something positive during the day. My consultant prescribed it after two other strains didn't work." — LeafMe patient, London
"I use it in the morning for fatigue from fibromyalgia. It doesn't take the pain away completely but it gets me out of bed and into my day." — LeafMe patient, Glasgow
Conclusion
Super Silver Haze is one of the most capable daytime medical cannabis strains available in the UK. Its energising, mood-lifting properties make it particularly valuable for patients managing depression, fatigue, or focus difficulties. View the Super Silver Haze strain profile or find a cannabis clinic near you.