In recent years, plant-based compounds have gained remarkable attention in wellness, research, and manufacturing communities. From adaptogens to botanical extracts, people are turning toward natural alternatives that hold both traditional and modern value. Among these compounds, Mitragynine has emerged as one of the most intriguing. Found in the leaves of the kratom plant (Mitragyna speciosa),…
Introduction Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa), a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, has been used traditionally for centuries and has now entered global markets as one of the most fascinating botanicals of the 21st century. Within its leaves, researchers have identified more than 40 alkaloids—naturally occurring plant compounds that drive kratom’s effects. Among these, two…
Why 7-Hydroxymitragynine Matters Over the last decade, the kratom plant (Mitragyna speciosa) has moved from a little-known Southeast Asian herb to a globally recognized botanical, studied by scientists, embraced by wellness communities, and debated by regulators. Among the dozens of alkaloids found in kratom, 7-Hydroxymitragynine (often shortened to 7-OH) stands out as one of the…
