Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Start Selling Dry Leaf Cannabis

Levine said in a prepared statement.“It’s vital for patients to remember that the dry leaf form of medical marijuana is available for vaporization only,” Dr. Rachel Levine approved a unanimous recommendation by the state’s 11-member Medical Marijuana Advisory Board to permit sales of cannabis flowers.“The dry leaf form of medical marijuana provides a cost-effective option for patients, in addition to the other forms of medication already available at dispensaries,” Dr. Levine added. “It is illegal to smoke the medication. Licensed dispensaries in Pennsylvania are anticipated to begin providing herbal cannabis this week to registered patients, with some dispensaries stocking dry-leaf cannabis as early as Wednesday.RELATED: Where Can You Buy Medical Marijuana Flower in Pennsylvania?Nearly half of all Pennsylvania dispensaries will begin selling medical marijuana in plant form on Aug. 1, with others following suit by Aug. 8, according to a Department of Health news release.Article continues after adAdvertisementAs initially enacted by lawmakers, state law mandated that patients only have access to non-herbal cannabis preparations, such as infused oils and pills.However, in April Health Secretary Dr. Tags: , ,