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.

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.