White Kapuas Kratom, botanically known as Mitragyna speciosa, is a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family. It has been used in traditional medicine in Southeast Asia for centuries. Kratom leaves have been chewed or brewed into a tea to treat a wide variety of ailments including pain, diarrhea, anxiety and depression. Kratom is also used as an energy booster, appetite suppressant and sexual enhancer.

The medicinal effects of kratom are attributed to its alkaloids content. The most important alkaloids are mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. These alkaloids interact with the opioid receptors in the brain, producing sedative, relaxing and euphoric effects. White Kapuas kratom is a somewhat rare strain. It became more popular recently because of its balanced blend of unique smell and mild effects. White kratom does not only have an energizing effect, it is also great for relaxation and to relieve recurring pains.