What is Kratom?

Kratom refers to material obtained from Mitragyna speciosa, an evergreen tree in the coffee family (Rubiaceae) that grows in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia. The leaves have a long history of traditional use in their regions of origin. In the modern botanical trade, this Kratom botanical is most often supplied as a finely milled powder made from dried leaf material.

Within our wider Botanicals range, Kratom sits alongside other well-known plant materials such as those found in our Herbs & Powders collection.

Kratom varieties and characteristics

Kratom varieties are commonly grouped by the colour of the leaf vein at the time of harvest and processing, such as green, red and white. These names reflect differences in origin and handling rather than a fixed standard, so the appearance, aroma and fineness of Kratom powder can vary between batches and suppliers.

How Kratom powder is described

We describe each Kratom product using factual attributes: the plant source (Mitragyna speciosa), the stated variety, the region of origin where known, and the format supplied. This approach helps you compare options based on clear specifications rather than promotional language.

Kratom within the botanical category

Kratom is one of many ethnobotanicals available to those interested in traditional plant materials. If you are exploring this area more broadly, you may also want to browse our Herbal Teas and other Ceremonial Botanicals. As an established European smartshop, we dispatch quickly from the Netherlands in discreet packaging and provide responsive customer support for questions about product details and availability.

Frequently asked questions about Kratom

What plant does Kratom come from?

Kratom is produced from the leaves of Mitragyna speciosa, a tree native to Southeast Asia and part of the coffee family. Products are typically supplied as milled leaf powder.

What is the difference between Kratom varieties?

Variety names such as green, red and white generally refer to the leaf vein colour and to differences in origin and processing. They indicate botanical distinctions rather than any promised outcome, and characteristics can differ from batch to batch.

How should Kratom be stored?

As with most dried botanical powders, Kratom is best kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, in a well-sealed container to help preserve the material.

Browse the Kratom selection above to compare varieties, origins and formats, and reach out to our customer support team if you would like more detailed product information before ordering.