Description
What Is Red Sumatra Kratom?
Although all kratom strains are part of the Mitragyna speciosa family, several kratom strains exist. As the kratom plant evolved in different topographies, it took on many fascinating properties. In fact, the distinctions between kratom strains of different regions are so noticeable that cultivators often name different kratom variants by their place of origin.
Case and point: the Red Sumatra strain comes from Sumatra. The “red” in this strain’s title refers to its visible red veins. Although kratom is primarily green, its leaves could have red, white, or green veins. Often, these vein colors help customers determine the potential experience of different variants.
So, Red Sumatra is a kratom variety with red veins and first emerged on the island of Sumatra. Now that kratom is catching on outside Southeast Asia, Sumatra produces tons of its signature red-vein kratom strain for export. Golden Monk now offers a robust Red Sumatra kratom powder from some of the best breeders in Indonesia.
Where Is This Strain Cultivated?
As mentioned above, the Mitragyna speciosa tree grows naturally throughout Southeast Asia. This kratom-producing tree seems to thrive in hot & humid environments. Since Mitragyna speciosa is an evergreen tree, it will grow year-round, which is excellent news for kratom cultivation.
However, today’s kratom farmers don’t leave cultivation to chance. Plus, since so many specific kratom strains exist, professional cultivators need to grow each kratom variant in a controlled environment.
Expert Red Sumatra farmers monitor this strain under ideal settings in outdoor farms or indoor facilities. Throughout the growing process, cultivators carefully examine each Red Sumatra kratom strain for its distinctive red veins, and they frequently test leaves for alkaloid concentrations.
Once farmers feel Red Sumatra has reached its peak potential, they will harvest, dry, and cure these leaves. Often, Red Sumatra leaves will be ground down into a powder before being shipped to retailers and customers.
Why Do People Buy Red Sumatra?
People choose Red Sumatra kratom over other kratom strains for countless reasons.
Unfortunately, it’s hard to confirm how Red Sumatra kratom works, but many people suspect it has high concentrations of alkaloids like 7-hydroxy mitragynine and raubasine. Allegedly, these alkaloids may be responsible for Red Sumatra’s unique properties.
Is Red Sumatra Kratom Good?
Whether Red Sumatra is “good” depends on dozens of factors. Some kratom fans love how this strain looks, while others may prefer other strains. Figuring out what kratom strain is the “best” for you depends on your physiology and preferences, so it’s impossible to say whether Red Sumatra will work in your situation.
However, there’s no denying that Red Sumatra has earned a spot as a classic kratom strain. People in Indonesia have been familiar with Red Sumatra for thousands of years, and it’s unlikely Red Sumatra will ever go away. As long as there’s red strain kratom, Red Sumatra will be one of the dominant choices at reputable shops with approved kratom, like Golden Monk.
What Kratom Strains Are Similar?
Most red-vein kratom strains are similar to Red Sumatra. As people gain more experience with kratom, they may pick up nuances between Red Sumatra and other red-vein cultivars. However, it will be challenging for beginners to distinguish Red Sumatra from other similar strains.
Arguably, Red Vein Thai and Red Borneo are the two kratom strains that most closely resemble Red Vein Sumatra kratom. For those interested, you could find out more about both of these cultivars on Golden Monk. We also ship prime Red Vein Thai and Red Borneo kratom powder to customers.
Why Buy Golden Monk Kratom?
Headquartered in Las Vegas, The Golden Monk team works with thoroughly vetted kratom farmers in Indonesia that abide by their quality shipping standards. They’re also an audited vendor with the American Kratom Association and a Platinum Level Consumer Champion. These accreditations prove the commitment to offering customers high-quality kratom powders and capsules.
Red Sumatra Harvesting and Drying
The Golden Monk carefully choose suppliers using two key benchmarks: high-quality leaves and kratom trees, as well as the suppliers’ attention to detail. Throughout the process of harvesting and drying Red Vein Sumatra kratom strains, they maintain high standards.
The farmers carefully examine the leaves and then harvest those that are at the appropriate stage of maturity. From there, their suppliers carefully dry the leaves and de-stem them. Next, the dried leaves are grounded into powder and become ready for export.
The Golden Monk maintain high standards of quality control throughout the entire process. They ensure that the suppliers and farmers comply with quality control measures, including during the exportation process.
The Golden Monk suppliers package Red Vein Sumatra kratom carefully to ensure that the Sumatra kratom powder remains free from contamination during transit. It has durable packaging to protect kratom shipments from extreme conditions that could affect quality.
Lab Testing & Quality Control
The Golden Monk's high standards in handling Red Vein Sumatra kratom products continue after they receive the shipment. They carefully analyze all of products to ensure their quality. As a member of the American Kratom Association, The Golden Monk implement the cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) program. Their membership entails passing regular audits that confirm they follow the best manufacturing practices for the kratom industry.
One of the steps to ensure high product quality is that we package the kratom in a climate-controlled room. Completing the process in this facility reduces the risk of contamination from organisms or airborne particles. It ensures that Red Sumatra kratom is pure kratom and nothing else. They’ve also leveled up the procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that you have no concerns when you buy Red Sumatra kratom powder and capsules from The Golden Monk.
As part of quality control standards, they also conduct six different lab tests on Red Sumatra kratom. These include alkaloid screenings, heavy metals screenings, and microbe screenings. Each kratom shipment goes through heavy metals screening checks for cadmium, mercury, and arsenic.
When you receive Red Sumatra kratom, you will find its batch number on the product packaging. This furthers the ability to trace the products from kratom leaves to powder, and the ability to ensure they deliver quality kratom.