Green Maeng Da Kratom Powder

Jack Botanicals Green Maeng Da kratom is created from the green-veined leaves of the mitragyna speciosa tree, which grows naturally across much of Southeast Asia. The Maeng Da cultivar originated in Thailand, and is now grown and processed in the Hulu Kapuas area, West Kalimantan, Borneo.

Leaves are harvested midway through their life-cycle and carefully processed to create a mid-green powder with a bitter, grassy taste.

Harvest Timing

Leaves are picked at mid-maturity, between the young (white-vein) and fully mature (red-vein) stages of development, to create a balanced alkaloid profile. Although kratom can be harvested several times a year, the end of the dry season in late summer is considered the optimal window, as the plants are less stressed by heavy rainfall and alkaloid concentration is thought to peak.  Healthy, unblemished leaves are hand-picked during the early part of the day; by early evening they have been laid out to dry.

How It’s Dried and Ground

Before they are dried, the fibrous veins and central stems are stripped and removed, as this creates a smoother end product.

The leaves are spread out on trays in indoor or covered areas with efficient ventilation to reduce humidity, and limited UV light, for 24 to 72 hours.

Extended and even drying helps to preserve the natural alkaloid content and the natural green color. Leaves are turned at regular intervals to check for remaining moisture content.

Once completely desiccated, they are ground into a fine powder with a grain size of 100-149 microns. This is then sifted to remove any remaining stems, and packed, ready for export from West Kalimantan.

Green Maeng Da at a Glance

Green Maeng Da or Other Green Strains? 

Green Maeng Da Capsules

Convenient and taste-free, with pre-measured doses of pure kratom powder, Jack Botanicals Green Maeng Da capsules contain no unwanted fillers or additives.

Available in three sizes: 325, 650, and 1350 per bottle.

Questions About Green Maeng Da 

How is Green Maeng Da different from White Maeng Da?

Both strains originate from the same cultivar. White veined leaves are harvested at a less mature stage than green-veined ones. Due to differences in drying and curing methods, White Maeng Da powder is typically the paler of the two.

Why is it called "Maeng Da"? 

The name reflects the strain’s Thai origin, and originally indicated a specific kratom cultivar. 

Where is your Green Maeng Da grown? 

Our Green Maeng Da is grown and processed in West Kalimantan, on the island of Borneo, Indonesia.

What does it taste like?

The flavor is often described as “earthy” or “grassy”, with a somewhat bitter aftertaste. It is typically mixed into juices or smoothies to disguise the taste. To avoid it altogether, capsules can be a convenient alternative.

Are the capsules the same as powder? 

Yes, each capsule contains a measured amount of pure kratom powder that has been independently tested.  Alkaloid content will equal that of Green Maeng Da powder of the same batch, and the CoA for the batch confirms that the contents of the capsules are free of biological contaminants and heavy metals.

How should I store it? 

Keep it in the original packaging, or other airtight, resealable container, somewhere dark and cool. Due to the risk of condensation, it is not advisable to keep your kratom in the fridge.