Indo Kratom: The Complete Guide | Kratom Monkey

In this guide, I will introduce the different Indo strains and analyze their potential benefits before exploring storage, side effects, where to buy, and what to look for. I have lived and breathed kratom for several years, and Indo strains are close to my heart.

Whether you are new to kratom or a long-time user, this post is for you. Let’s start with an introduction to Indo kratom.

Indo kratom is a strain of Mitragyna speciosa native to Indonesia. The kratom tree belongs to the Rubiaceae (coffee) plant family and is sought-after for its beneficial alkaloids. Kratom naturally produces more than 40 alkaloids, but mitragynine is most integral to its effects.

Kratom grows best in hot, humid, and tropical environments, hence why it thrives in the jungle regions of Southeast Asia. However, kratom's effects differ depending on how it is harvested and dried. And growers use a unique process to create delightful Indo strains.

Like most strains, Indo kratom is available in several unique colors. Traditionalists typically love red, white, and green Indo, but yellow Indo has emerged as another appealing option.

Kratom’s characteristics are decided more by the vein color than by strain name. For instance, Red Indo is a closer match to Red Borneo than it is to White Indo. Let’s delve deeper into these Indo kratom differences and discover the best strain for you. 

This is the slowest of the Indo kratoms and best during the evenings or when you want to chill. Red Indo kratom is associated with elevated mood, peaceful vibes, and even a splash of euphoric sensations to keep you feeling happy.

These qualities make Red Indo a classic red vein kratom and a potentially perfect strain for first-timers.

Experience mild energizing effects with White Indo kratom, the fastest strain in the Indo range. White kratom is renowned for its pick-me-up properties, and White Indo delivers these without the full-on headrush the likes of White Thai and White Maeng Da are known for.

White Indo is an attractive strain for those looking to familiarize themselves with white vein kratom and folks wanting to avoid the jitterbugs.

The most balanced Indo strain available provides a balance of red and white vein kratom effects. With a mixture of energizing and chilled-out properties, Green Indo kratom works wonders whether you have just woken up or just clocked off work.

If anything, green Indo will leave you more content and at ease than the average green vein kratom. So, it might not be great if you want a major energy boost. 

Yellow Indo is the least common and most unusual strain in the Indo kratom collection. But if you can get your hands on some, prepare for an uplifting and elevating experience.

Consumers speculate that yellow vein kratom is a concoction of green and white vein strains. Given the relatively energizing effects of Yellow Indo, I am inclined to agree.

Acquiring premium Indo kratom can be tricky. While it would be great if every vendor sold high-quality Mitragyna speciosa, that doesn’t reflect the reality. Not sure where to start? No worries. Here are three things I look for when buying Indo kratom. 

Choose organic, non-GMO Mitragyna speciosa for a purer, safer, better-tasting, and more environmentally-friendly kratom experience. Herbicides, pesticides, and synthetic fertilizers are not needed to grow premium kratom, so don’t buy from a brand that uses them.

Third-party lab testing is your way of knowing whether a brand is being honest about its products. Unfortunately, you cannot take companies at their word in an unregulated industry like kratom. But independent labs can shine a light on the purity and potency of Indo kratom products.

A third-party certificate of analysis (COA) will clarify a product’s alkaloid levels while noting whether any contaminants (i.e., pathogens, bacteria, mold, heavy metals) were detected.

Third-party-tested kratom brands are more confident about the quality of their stock than companies that refuse to test. That’s why you should ensure your Indo kratom is lab-tested. 

Your Indo kratom should be as fresh and potent when you buy it as it was when harvested from the tree in Indonesia. Of course, premium, food-grade packaging is imperative for that. And smart vendors use opaque packaging to prevent light degradation.

Shoddy packaging is unacceptable for a natural product with a relatively short lifespan such as kratom. It may also suggest your kratom is adulterated or contaminated. Regardless, you should return any badly packaged kratom product to the vendor and ask for a refund. 

Kratom doesn’t stay fresh forever and is liable to start degrading as soon as you break the seal of your product. Keeping your kratom in a cool, dry, and dark location is the best way to preserve its freshness and potency for many months.

You must keep your kratom away from heat and moisture, so I don’t recommend storing it in the kitchen. A pantry or closet you don’t need regular access to is a better option.

I attach a sticker to all my kratom powder products, noting the strain name and storage date. This is beneficial if you enjoy using multiple strains and want to stay organized.

Kratom is for adult use only. Store products out of reach (and preferably sight) of children. I keep mine in a locked cabinet.

Considering the growth of the kratom industry and the Indo strain’s popularity, you aren’t short of places to purchase products. Let’s go over some places to buy kratom in the physical world:

• Dedicated kratom stores
• Niche botanical stores
• Smoke shops
• Head shops
• Convenience stores
• Gas stations

Specialist kratom shops are more trustworthy than gas stations and convenience stores - wow, have I seen some sketchy products in those! But brick-and-mortar kratom stores can rarely avoid charging significantly more than their online rivals.

Buying kratom online is more convenient and cost-effective (hint: Kratom Monkey!). And it’s often safer, too, as the best web-based vendors are serious about lab testing. 

I am not about to pretend that Indo kratom doesn’t have side effects. You can have an unpleasant reaction to any strain, even if you use it responsibly. Here’s a list of some of the most frequent kratom side effects:

• Anxiety
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Increased urination
• Nausea
• Sweating

Kratom-induced psychosis and seizures are possible but rare. You can also become addicted to kratom. For more details on the side effects associated with kratom use, click here.

While you cannot eliminate the possibility of side effects, taking precautions can help you minimize the risk. Start by finding a suitable strain for your situation. You don’t want an energizing white Indo hit at 10pm or a chilled-out Red Indo dose at 10am!

If kratom isn’t hitting you like it once did, take a tolerance break. Keeping your dosage low will reduce the risk of addiction, as well as short-term side effects. And don’t use kratom with prescription meds or alcohol.

Worried about kratom side effects? Consult with a medical professional. The internet is your friend for many things, but not medical advice! 

That’s it for this Indo kratom review. I love this strain because it can work for everybody, whether you have been taking kratom for years or dabbling for the first time.

The effects of each Indo color reflect what you would expect from these respective kratom veins, making it a steady and reliable choice.