Kratom enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the best strains, the ones that provide the benefits they most enjoy. While some have their personal favorite that they stick to with fierce loyalty, others are always happy to expand their kratom experiences. Amongst a select group of kratom fans, there’s talk of Red Dragon kratom. If you’re interested in learning more about this lesser-known strain, we’re here to help.
What Is Kratom?
Kratom, scientifically known as Mitragyna speciosa, is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. Ages ago, the indigenous people in the regions where it grows naturally chewed the tree’s leaves or brewed them as tea. This was done mainly by those with labor-intensive jobs like farmers and fishermen, but kratom was also used during ceremonies. These laborers valued kratom’s energy-boosting properties and believed it could enhance their productivity.
Now that kratom has reached the Western world, its leaves are still brewed as tea. However, it’s now also available as gummies, capsules, and liquid extracts. Due to its notorious bitter taste, many fans of kratom choose to enjoy it in other ways than as a tea.
What Makes Red Dragon Kratom Different?
Like much about the world of kratom cultivation, little is known about the Red Dragon strain, which adds to its mystery and appeal. It stands out from the others because it’s a mix of different kratom strains, and many cultivators and processors keep their particular mix a secret. While it’s not particularly rare, it can be difficult to source, so in a sense, it could be considered a rarity.
The red in Red Dragon kratom comes from the color of the leaf’s veins used to create this unique blend. The kratom tree’s leaves are harvested and used, and more importantly, the leaves’ red veins make this kratom strain stand out. The veins on the leaves take time to turn red, meaning that red-veined kratom is derived from mature leaves.
Red-vein kratom is typically described as calming and soothing and helps to provide tranquility. Experienced kratom users tend to stick with different kratom strains that are known for specific results. However, the serving size also plays a significant role in the type of experience that will be had.
What makes Red Dragon Kratom different is that although it’s similar to other red-vein strains, the experience tends to last a bit longer than the others. Some experienced kratom enthusiasts refer to it as “a slow burn that lasts.” While other kratom products may use leaves from trees that are cultivated in places like Indonesia or Malaysia, Red Dragon kratom typically comes from trees grown in Thailand. Thai cultivators have long understood the magic that comes from Red Dragon kratom.
Each strain of kratom is different due to its different alkaloid percentages. While other strains may have more significant concentrations of mitragynine and other secondary alkaloids, Red Dragon kratom has a much more significant percentage of 7-OH-mitragynine than the others. And since Red Dragon kratom is of the red-veined variety and its leaves aren’t harvested until more mature than other strains, its mitragynine is converted into 7-OH-mitragynine.
The Benefits of Red Dragon Kratom
Although some of the benefits that kratom can provide are common to all strains (mood-enhancing), the benefits a user will experience are determined mainly by serving size and strain. Smaller serving sizes are typically described as uplifting, energy-boosting, and proving “oomph,” while larger ones are more for chilling out with friends or quiet introspection.
Some strains lean more toward those with an active lifestyle, while others are more suited for a quiet evening.
Most fans of Red Dragon kratom report the following benefits:
- Enhanced sleep: This strain is known for its long-lasting calming effects, which some have found beneficial for enhancing sleep.
- Post-workout issues: Red Dragon kratom can help make the symptoms after a challenging workout more tolerable.
- Calming and comforting: Many Red Dragon fans report that one of this strain’s best benefits is its soothing effects, which are a bit deeper than those of other strains.
- Enhanced focus and clarity: While users report deep relaxation with Red Dragon kratom, they also say it enhances focus.
Many fans of kratom experiment with serving sizes in an attempt to dial in the exact experience they want. While Red Dragon kratom is known for its soothing benefits, with smaller serving sizes, it will still provide the oomph to get you through your chores or a challenging workout.
How Much Does Red Dragon Kratom Cost?
Nailing down a price for Red Dragon kratom isn’t as easy as one would think. Although several vendors have it available for purchase, prices vary greatly depending on a few factors. Deciding where you purchase your kratom from should be of utmost importance.
Many states allow unregulated processing and sale of kratom, which could mean you’re not always getting what you pay for. If you live in one of these states, please consider purchasing your kratom from vendors that test their products. Some unscrupulous vendors may adulterate their products, so if you purchase kratom in an unregulated state, buyer beware. When buying kratom, price shouldn’t be the ultimate deciding factor.
The three most important factors for the cost of kratom are:
- Quality: The fresher the leaves, the more expensive the product. However, kratom enthusiasts should strive to purchase only the highest-quality products.
- Vendor reputation: Reputable vendors who vigorously test the quality of their kratom typically charge higher prices than a “fly by night” vendor who sells untested products.
- Bulk pricing: As with almost any product, buying in bulk is a way to reduce your per-gram price. The hardcore kratom crowd typically does this to lower their costs.
Red Dragon kratom tends to be on the pricey side. This higher price tag is because it is only harvested in Thailand, while other strains are cultivated all over Southeast Asia.
Red Dragon Kratom: What You Need to Know
If you’re seeking a kratom that’s well suited for a quiet night with friends and family or for a mellow time alone, Red Dragon kratom is a solid choice. A bit longer-lasting than other strains, it does the distance and provides the calm and tranquility many seek. Although not entirely rare, it’s a kratom strain that most don’t think of immediately.
MIT45 is committed to providing information and high-quality kratom products that have been lab-tested to ensure that you’re purchasing the best kratom available. If you have any questions about what we offer, we’re happy to help.
For further reading:
- Cinosi, Eduardo, et al. “Following the Roots of Kratom.” NIH.gov. 10 November 2015
- Kruegel, Andrew C. et al. “7-Hydroxymitragynine Is an Active Metabolite of Mitragynine and a Key Mediator of Its Analgesic Effects.” NIH.gov. 29 May 2019
- Seattle Met. “How Long Does Kratom Last In Your Body?” SeattleMet.com. 22 Nov. 2023
- Staff writer. Kratom State Legality and Legislation. The American Kratom Association. Accessed June 2023
