Mitragyna Rotundifolia

Mitragyna Rotundifolia

What is Mitragyna Rotundifolia?

Mitragyna Rotundifolia is a species within the genus Mitragyna, belonging to the family Rubiaceae. The tree occurs naturally in South and Southeast Asia, with documented distribution in India, Thailand, Myanmar, and parts of Indochina. It primarily grows in tropical lowland forests, wetlands, and open forest edges. The species is known for its broad, almost circular leaves and its adaptability to various environmental conditions.

Mitragyna Rotundifolia is considered a botanically interesting plant and has gained increased attention in ethnobotanical and systematic research in recent years. Due to its proximity to other species within the same genus, it is sometimes regarded as an herbal alternative to kratom, though without containing mitragynine.

Botanical Description of Mitragyna Rotundifolia

• Scientific Name: Mitragyna rotundifolia
• Family: Rubiaceae
• Order: Gentianales
• Plant Height: 5–20 meters
• Leaves: Elliptical to almost round, 15–36.5 cm long
• Flowers: Spherical flower heads, light green to yellowish
• Fruit: Capsule-like, with small winged seeds

Chemical Composition

Studies of Mitragyna Rotundifolia have shown the presence of various bioactive plant compounds, including alkaloids. Documented substances include mitraphylline and, in some cases, rhynchophylline. The plant does not contain mitragynine or 7-hydroxymitragynine, which makes its chemical profile particularly interesting compared to other species within the same genus.

The chemical composition may vary depending on factors such as growing location, harvest time, and processing method, but the broad spectrum of oxindole alkaloids is well-documented in published analyses.

Product Information

• Contents: 100% Mitragyna Rotundifolia leaves
• Origin: Thailand
• Format: Finely ground leaf powder
• Usage: Botanical raw material for technical and botanical purposes. This product is not a foodstuff, animal feed, or intended for human consumption/ingestion in any way.

How should Mitragyna Rotundifolia be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures to preserve product quality over time.

Our Mitragyna Rotundifolia is carefully handled and ground in Thailand under controlled conditions. Each batch is then sent to independent laboratories for thorough quality testing. These laboratories analyze the product to ensure it is free from salmonella, E. coli, yeast, enterobacteria, and heavy metals.

Quality tests are conducted by experts and guarantee that the product maintains the highest possible standard. We ensure that no harmful microorganisms or contaminants are present. Through this quality assurance program, we can offer a reliable botanical raw material with high integrity.

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