Learn About The Most Controversial Plant in Indonesia

Indonesia is famous for housing some of the most incredible herbs the world knows about. One of the most controversial plants in Indonesia is kratom. It is a tropical herb that grows in Southeast Asia and has more than 50 million fans from around the world. Kratom leaves have a special compound known as mitragyna that is said to have similar properties as opioid painkillers. However, this plant is far less researched as compared to other herbs that are commonly consumed by a lot of people.

Kratom remains in the news for all the wrong reasons and is an herb that continues to be hounded by critics. Indonesia is the largest exporter of kratom in the world. It holds a record of exporting more than 400 million tons of kratom to Europe every year. When America developed an opioid crisis, Indonesians claimed opportunity and started cultivating this plant. Indonesian waters are regarded as the best for the cultivation of this plant.

How is kratom consumed?

Kratom is consumed in various forms such as powder, capsules, gummies, weed, kava, tea, smoothie, and infused in foods. However, it is important to buy it from a trusted vendor because most local vendors compromise on its quality. Owing to its controversial legal status, kratom is sold by most manufacturers online through their websites such as Kratom crazy, the golden monk, happy hippo herbals etc. Kratom fans are so obsessed with this herb, they claim it is a part of their lifestyle.

What are the side effects of this plant?

The problem with this controversial plant in Indonesia is it has no concrete medical research in its support. However, kratom fans claim several benefits such as; kratom can treat anxiety; it can cure insomnia, kratom can relax the mind, this plant can treat arthritis etc. However, none of these facts are backed by medical research. Critics want a complete ban on this herb because of its side effects, which are nausea, vomiting, bloatedness, kidney failure, addiction, constipation, weight loss, irritation, dry mouth etc.

What is the market worth of kratom?

As discussed, the controversial legal status of kratom doesn't allow manufacturers to sell it publically. This is the main reason why the current net worth of kratom, which is $1.13 billion, is described by many as an underrated figure. Kratom is a major product in the black markets that are never recorded. The market worth of kratom is expected to cross $25 billion in the coming five years. Currently, this plant is so famous, and it is consumed by more than 10 million Americans every day.

Is kratom related to CBD?

Many people often conceive kratom and CBD to belong to the same family. However, they are two different herbs with a diverse chemical composition. Secondly CBD has the distinction of standing concrete with multiple proven health benefits whereas kratom lacks medical evidence. CBD is legal in most parts of the globe and continues to enjoy massive popularity. Contrary to this, kratom is illegal in most countries and doesn't enjoy the privilege of rampant popularity.