Which kratom varieties (strains) are available?
In the kratom world, a distinction is mainly made between the three main varieties, namely red, green and white. Contrary to what one might initially assume, the name of the varieties refers not only to the color of the end product, but in some cases also to the vein color of the kratom leaves during harvest. Users attribute different properties to the different varieties. For example, green kratom is suitable for painting energetic pictures, while red kratom is more suitable for calm and gentle motifs. At the end of this article you will find a more detailed distinction between the three main varieties. Here you can find an overview of all our kratom varieties.
How do kratom varieties (strains) differ in production?
First, the kratom leaves are harvested by the farmers. Unlike deciduous trees in Germany, the kratom tree in the rainforest grows all year round and, as a rule, leaves ready for harvesting can be harvested every four weeks. The leaves can be at different stages of growth when they are harvested. At a young stage of growth, the leaves of the kratom tree have red veins, but these are only partially suitable for harvesting. As the leaves age and grow, the red color decreases more and more until it finally turns green. A leaf that is ready for harvesting usually no longer has red veins. The difference in the color of the end product kratom, as we know it, is solely due to the type of drying or fermentation. After harvesting, the leaves are first collected and then dried either in the sun or in large drying huts, similar to those used for tobacco curing. Drying the leaves produces a green powder after grinding. In addition to drying, the leaves can also be fermented. To do this, a bag of fresh leaves is usually tied tightly into a ball with plastic film and left in the sun. The leaves lose their green color through fermentation and the end product has a brown-reddish color. Kratom has different properties depending on the location, soil, season and processing. These different properties are explained in more detail in the next section.
What are the differences between kratom varieties (strains)?
Red kratom – If the kratom leaves have been fermented after harvesting, the kratom powder has a brown-reddish color. The red kratom varieties (strains) are often used by users to paint relaxing pictures. Here you can find our red kratom strains.
Green kratom – If the kratom leaves have been dried after harvesting, the kratom powder has a green color. Green kratom varieties (strains) are well suited for painting energetic picture motifs. It also creates a positive and uplifted mood in the picture. Here you can find our green kratom strains.
White kratom – White kratom varieties are usually a mixture of green and red kratom varieties. White kratom therefore combines the properties of red and green kratom. Here you can find our white kratom varieties.
