What is Kratom?

About Kratom

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, where it has been used traditionally for centuries.

Origins & History

Kratom comes from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, which grows naturally in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and other Southeast Asian countries. For generations, workers in these regions have chewed the leaves or brewed them into tea for their botanical properties.

Traditional Use

In its native regions, kratom leaves are typically chewed fresh or dried and brewed into a tea. The preparation method can influence the experience, and traditional users often developed their own preferred methods over time.

Kratom Varieties

Kratom is often categorized by the color of the leaf vein and the region where it's grown. Common varieties include:

K-Teas at PoorHouse Kava

Our K-Teas are carefully prepared botanical teas that you can customize to your preferences.

How We Prepare K-Teas

We brew our K-Teas using quality botanical ingredients, prepared fresh and served in a variety of ways to suit your taste preferences.

Customize Your K-Teas

• Pour sizes: Regular, Large
• Bases: Brewed K-Teas, juice, milk alternative, or seltzer
• Boosts: Botanical extract enhancements available
• Flavors: House syrups and fresh juices