Yellow vein kratom may be something that you’ve noticed browsing through kratom sites. It’s a relatively new and rare addition that is slowly conquering the market. Generally, kratom classifies into three main types: red-vein, green-vein, and white-vein.
So, where does yellow vein kratom fit in? Let’s find out.
What Is Yellow Vein Kratom?
There’s a bit of debate and speculation about how this strain originates. Kratom farmers and harvesters aren’t keen on sharing all their secrets on how they produce it. And understandably so. If you knew the secret to making a life-changing herbal supplement that can help with a myriad of health conditions, would you easily expose it? Likely not.
Some suggest that yellow vein kratom comes from leaves picked at later stages of their life. According to them, that’s the reason behind the yellow hue.
Others claim that yellow strains are actually blends of the main kratom strains. These can also be blends that have been fermented. And, in some cases, that’s actually true.
Nonetheless, the most widespread opinion about the origins of yellow vein kratom is that it’s due to a different drying process. This means that any of the main three types of kratom can eventually become yellow vein.
This happens by drying red vein leaves for much longer than usual. Or drying green or white vein strains outdoors in the sun rather than indoors. Dried leaves may also be fermented afterward.
That eventually alters the color of the kratom leaves as well as alkaloid properties.
Let’s take a look at how that affects the effects and benefits that users receive.
Effects and Benefits of Yellow Vein Kratom
Most users report feeling similar effects to that of green kratom strains. They also tend to last longer. The most common effects include:
- Pain relief
- Stimulation
- Heightened concentration
- Euphoria
- Better mood
- Anxiety relief
- More positive thoughts
- Stress relief
Because of its effects, yellow vein kratom is best to take in the morning. It’ll give you an energy boost and make you more alert, yet not provide as sharp of a spike as white vein.
Because of this, yellow strains can be a suitable strain to start with the stimulant strains. Especially if you’ve never tried white strains before. It can also be a great way to ease into white strains if you’re looking for strong energizing and stimulating effects.
Yellow strains are also great to use at the beginning of the day because they’ll help you set a more positive mood for the rest of the day. This can be helpful for those suffering from stress and anxiety. Those suffering from depression may benefit from this variety as well.
Since kratom is a plant, its effects, and benefits, as well as their intensity, may vary from person to person. Factors such as your body chemistry, the age of kratom, when, where, and how it was harvested and processed can all affect the results.
Types of Yellow Vein Kratom and Their Effects
Since yellow vein is a newer addition to the kratom family, vendors usually have a more limited choice of the different types available. However, these are the most frequently encountered varieties:
Yellow Bali Kratom: It comes from Green or White Bali leaves. It provides sedating effects similar but less intense as those of Red Bali. And, it is also stimulating, but won’t give you as much boost as the White Bali. According to users, mood-boosting is its strongest quality.
Yellow Borneo Kratom: Depending on the vendor, it originates from the Red, White, or Green Borneo. Effects are similar to those of Green Borneo. It’s predominantly stimulating and euphoric, yet also possesses pain-relieving properties. Yellow Borneo users also report feeling more positive and motivated.
Yellow Sumatra Kratom: It’s one of the rarest of the yellow strains. That’s due to the scarcity of the Sumatra kratom trees available. Yellow Sumatra primarily provides euphoric and energizing effects. It boosts the mood and overall well-being as well as increases energy and lowers stress levels. Users also report feeling fewer mood swings.
Yellow Indo Kratom: This strain provides strong euphoric and mild stimulating effects. It also mildly relieves pain, though this varies by person. It is one of the most long-lasting strains and users also say that it has a particularly good aroma.
Yellow Malay Kratom: It offers mild pain-relieving effects that users describe as subtle and homeopathic. Yellow Malay is also stimulating and energizing. But, in steadier and less intense bursts than white or green vein. You’ll likely be more creative and productive. Yet, you’ll have an easier time once the effects start wearing off.
Yellow Vietnam Kratom: This strain is the new kid on the kratom block and the most recent addition. It originates from Vietnam, mainly from the forests around the Mekong Delta. The area where the kratom trees grow has high humidity levels and nutrient-dense soil. Due to that, leaves that Yellow Vietnam strain comes from are believed to have 20-25% higher alkaloid content than other kratom plants. Its effects are similar to those of Red Vietnam and Maeng Da, but more stimulating and euphoric. Yellow vein provides physical relaxation and relieves anxiety. Users also say that they feel more motivated and think clearer. It’s also one of if not the most long-lasting kratom strain available.
Yellow vein strains are rather new, yet highly popular and demanded. Make sure you purchase through a trusted and reputable vendor. That will ensure that you buy a quality product and don’t end up with low quality or fake yellow strain.
If you are unsure of which strain to start with and whether yellow vein is for you, order and try samples first. You’ll not only be able to see whether it’s the right strain for you, but also find out which of its varieties suits your needs best. You’ll be able to personally evaluate how it makes you feel without the compromise of buying a bigger bulk that you may never use up.
Have you ever give yellow strains a shot? How did it make you feel? Which one would you like to try and why?
We’d like to hear your opinions on and experiences with yellow vein kratom.
Yellow Vietnam is great. Energizing and makes you feel more productive, helps with anxiety (i have severe anxiety problems), and also some pain relief. I love it! I take it in the morning in capsules with my cup of coffee. 🙂
Thank you for sharing your experience, Alexa.
I love yellow indo. Kills pain and helps me get moving. Yellow vietnam is also great for pain and motivation.
Hello Amy, and thanks for sharing your experience!
Yes, thank you Alexa. Yellow Vietnam sounds like one I definitely need to try.
Hello Craig, let us know how you like Yellow Vietnam once you give it a try.
I like yellow bali happy happy and boost my libido like crazy. MOOD BOOSTER!!
Hello Boomer, and thanks for sharing your experience.
I took too much once and got super shakey and couldn’t walk. It was horrible so be careful
Hello Phoebe! Thanks for your input.
Yes, we actually cover on our blog how important it is to find your right dose and measure it accurately, especially with faster strains, and that it’s best to start with small doses and gradually work up until you feel what dose is working for you best.
That’s due to various factors, such as body chemistry and how strong the kratom is that you take. We know quite a few vendors who offer a very potent powder. As a result, you need to take half of what you would normally do.
If you approach it mindfully, there should be absolutely no issue with yellow kratom.
take activated charcoal if you ever take too much
Thank you for the suggestion!
I recently switched from mainly green strains to yellow. I am first trying yellow borneo. The first time I took it, I felt kind of weird but everything after that has been fine and very calming to my anxiety. I just did some calculations and realized I am taking way too high of a dose…I normally take 12-20 capsules…I thought that was 4 or 5 grams but now realize 2 00 capsule’s equals 1 gram. No wonder I was having withdrawal symptoms! will start with 8 capsules today which is 4g and go from there. Can’t wait to try the yellow Vietnam next, although I have a friend afraid to try it due to agent orange?
Hello Jessica,
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Make sure to buy kratom from a good vendor who sources kratom from organic farms and gets all of their powder tested in the US. The lab test results should be easily found on their site. That would be the best way to ensure that there is nothing harmful in the powder.
I love it! All of it! All kinds of it! Its helped me with anxiety,depression, chronic pain, and to live in the present!! Also, 5 yrs of prescription pain killers DONE! I chose to stop. Just because im going to be in pain the rest of my life doesnt mean i want to revolve my life around a pill that usually causes more problems. 2 surgeries in 8 months and im opiate free. I also switch my varieties of kratom up everyday. Its helep me to not become addicted;)
Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
I am interested in experimenting with yellow Sumatra, however I want to be sure I know what effects it’s going to have on my body, as I know it really depends on case by case basis, does yellow Sumatra suppress your appetite like (almost) every other stimulant I’ve tried?
Hello Joe, you’re right it tends to vary by person, however, kratom, in general, does suppress appetite. When it comes to faster strains, such as whites, greens, and yellow, they boost focus. So, kratom users tend to forget about food when they are focused. So, most likely, Yellow Sumatra would suppress your appetite; however, we can’t say it for sure as effects can, indeed, vary. It may be best if you can get access to Yellow Sumatra samples or buy a smaller batch from a reputable vendor do see how your body responds.
I usually go for the greens… Like green malay. I bought some yellow borneo today and i am very happy with it.
Hello Shellie,
We’re glad to hear that. It’s very beneficial to rotate different kratom strains, so you can do it with the greens and yellows!
Great for RLS. Restless Legs Syndrome. I’ve been using red Sumatra occasionally for pain, but mostly the gold (yellow gold) for restless legs syndrome, which is a miracle in itself because I’ve tried everything for relief for so many years, nothing helped, but the very first time I tried kratom for RLS I slept all night. Now I just take half teaspoon (toss & wash) about 30 minutes before bed and it’s truly a miracle. I feel like it’s changed my life. Now if I want to be awake in the middle of the night, it’s because I choose to be, and not because of RLS. I’m blessed to have finally tried it, wish it could’ve been sooner. I’ve suffered RLS since my teenage years, I’m 50 now, and finally can sleep the way I should’ve been all my life. I purchase it from a reputable kratom store in my city, in which only sells one brand of all the different strains.
Hello Caprice, thank you so much for sharing your experience with kratom and the relief that it provides. We’re so glad that you are able to get proper sleep and rest like you couldn’t before. Kratom is truly a miracle herb.