Kratom Culture

Explore the wider world of Kratom, with articles ranging from delicious recipes to personal experiences.

Is Kratom legal where I live in the USA?

Is Kratom legal in my state? It's a question we get asked again and again and the short answer is, yes it is in some but not in others. In 2025, Kratom is legal in the US, but not in all areas. The Southeast Asian tree’s leaves contain a range of alkaloi...

Kratom Colors: red, green, white and yellow

5/28/2025

Kratom Culture

Hidden Valley Botanicals

Kratom Colors: red, green, white and yellow

Do Kratom colors confuse you? You’re not alone. Between the strain names, types, and different hues, how do you know what’s what? Or which variety is right for you? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! In this myth-busting guide, we deep-dive into the four...

Kratom bans around the world: countries where Kratom is prohibited

3/26/2025

Kratom Culture

Hidden Valley Botanicals

Kratom bans around the world: countries where Kratom is prohibited

Are you planning to travel with Kratom? Across the globe, Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) legality exists as a confusing patchwork that can leave consumers facing serious legal consequences. As many develop a foundational understanding of Kratom, the plant is...

Kratom and Ashwagandha: 5 recipes you should try

3/20/2025

Kratom Culture

Hidden Valley Botanicals

Kratom and Ashwagandha: 5 recipes you should try

Kratom consumers are always on the lookout for new ways to take their favorite herbal supplement. Mixing things up keeps it fresh and stops it becoming boring, but it can also uncover new ways of potentiating Kratom - enhancing the potency and speed that t...

Know before you go: is it legal to fly with Kratom in the US?

2/19/2025

Kratom Culture

Hidden Valley Botanicals

Know before you go: is it legal to fly with Kratom in the US?

Kratom has gained significant popularity in the United States for its potential to ease pain, improve energy and help manage withdrawal symptoms. While Kratom is legal at the federal level, its legal status varies from state to state, creating confusion fo...

6/14/2024

Kratom Culture

Hidden Valley Botanicals

Where does Kratom come from?

Kratom arrived in the US 20 years ago and took the natural medicine field by storm. But it’s not novel: its traditional use spans centuries. It’s a well-known, well-loved recreational, healing and ceremonial substance in Asian cultures. How did Kratom spr...

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