What is Yellow Kratom? - Effects, Uses, and More

Unraveling the Mystery of Kratom's Golden Child!

What is Yellow Kratom? - Effects, Uses, and More
June 20, 2025
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Quick Intro: What Is Kratom?

Kratom (Mitragyna Speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Its leaves have been used in traditional wellness practices for centuries. Now, it's catching on big-time in the U.S. wellness scene. Think: clean energy, relaxation, and good vibes, all from a single plant.

But there’s one strain that really raises eyebrows: Yellow Vein Kratom.
What is it? How’s it made? Is it actually yellow?

The Curious Origins of Yellow Kratom

Here’s the twist: Yellow Kratom doesn’t refer to a natural vein color on the leaf at harvest like Red, Green, or White strains.

Instead, the “yellow” hue comes from a special drying technique, usually using White Vein Kratom as the base.

Most popular theory:

  • White Vein leaves are dried longer (sometimes in sunlight), causing a chemical transformation that affects both the color and the alkaloid profile.

Fun fact: This method is kinda like Bentuangie Kratom, which is fermented after harvest.

Other Theories About Yellow Kratom

The origin story of Yellow Kratom is still a bit of a mystery. Some alternative theories include:

  • The Blend Theory
    A mix of Red, White, and Green strains combined into one blend.

  • The Aged Leaf Theory
    Leaves that were left on the tree to mature longer than usual, supposedly becoming a “4th stage” in the Kratom life cycle.

While interesting, most of these theories don’t have consistent results. We stand by the drying-process theory!

Kratom leaves going through the drying process

Yellow Kratom vs. Gold Kratom

Contrary to what people believe, “Yellow” and “Gold” Kratom are the same thing. However, “Gold” or “Royal” Kratom refers to an exceptionally high-quality Yellow strain. The terms are used interchangeably. 

At Happy Hippo, we carry a couple of Yellow strains that we refer to as “Gold” quality. Examples include (Gold Bali) Royal Golden and (Yellow/Gold Maeng Da) Sunshine Hippo

How Yellow Kratom Feels: Effects + Benefits

Thanks to its unique processing, Yellow Kratom has a distinct alkaloid profile, which means it feels totally different from other strains.

Common Effects:

  • Gentle, long-lasting mood boost

  • Balanced energy (not too much, not too little)

  • Mental clarity and emotional calm

  • Soothing without being sleepy

Understanding Kratom Speeds

Kratom speeds categorize strains based on their overall resonance and effects on a spectrum between Energy and Relaxation. We developed this technique to help our customers who are new to Kratom better understand what effects a certain strain will provide without being too focused on the vein color or origin. 

The Kratom Speeds are Fast, Moderate, or Slow. 

Best Yellow Kratom Strains (According to Our Herd)

Yellow Maeng Da

Yellow Maeng Da is one of the most popular Yellow Kratom strains. It provides clean energy and lots of happiness. We always say that Yellow Maeng Da is one of the best strains to start your day!

Yellow Bali

Yellow Bali Kratom is much more relaxing than Yellow Maeng Da. However, it isn’t too much to handle. It’s very gentle. You won’t feel too sleepy or lethargic.

Yellow Borneo

Yellow Borneo Kratom has its own “fan club” of Kratom users. It’s known for its amazing deep relaxation effects. This one is great for easing discomfort or helping you get a good night's sleep.

Yellow Vietnam

Yellow Vietnam Kratom is invigorating. It provides a unique type of energy that’s refreshing and long-lasting

Yellow Sumatra 

Yellow Sumatra is one of my personal favorites. It puts you in a very calm and zen-like state of mind. Perfect for winding down at the end of a long day.

Yellow Indo

Yellow Indo is great for keeping your emotions under control. It helps you feel clear-headed, enthusiastic, and content! 

Yellow Kratom Product Types

No matter your preference, you’ve got options!

Yellow Vein Kratom Powder

  • Most popular format

  • Fine, fluffy, versatile

  • Easy to mix and measure

Yellow Vein Kratom Capsules

  • Pre-measured (½ gram per cap)

  • No taste, easy to carry

  • Great for beginners and on-the-go use

Similar Strains to Yellow Kratom

Can’t find your favorite Yellow strain? Try these Moderate Speed Green strains instead:

  • Green Malay – Smooth, balanced energy

  • Green Borneo – Mood-lifting and mellow

They resonate similarly and make great substitutes!

Why Buy Yellow Kratom from Happy Hippo?

We’re not just Kratom experts, we’re Kratom fans and advocates too. And we want you to have the best experience possible!

  • Huge selection of Yellow Kratom (6+ strains and counting!)
  • Premium quality + 3rd party lab tested
  • Friendly, fast customer service
  • Lightning-fast shipping (Zoom zoom!)
  • Sales, freebies, and fun surprises
  • Ethical pay = Happy employees = Happy customers 💚

Ready to try Yellow Kratom for yourself?
Check out our full selection of sunshine-y strains right here.

Got a question? Our Hippo Helpers are standing by:
📧 help@happyhippo.com

Important Disclaimer

Kratom is not approved by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.

Please consult a healthcare professional before trying Kratom, especially if you have existing conditions or take medications.

Updated June 2025

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Article Comments

2 Comments
Kimberly

I am very pleased with the quality of the products I have ordered thus far. I am a “newbie’ so everything can be intimidating!! I wish there were more samples and free samples in each orfer. I am going to try the Gold strain but not a clue what to expect. I have so far tried Green Strain, Red strain and white. So far each have been quality products and became I am learning as I go, I hope to remain a loyal customer. Any help/ info/ samples would be greatly appreciated🙏! Thanks and God Bless🙏💕

Eric

I have been rotating wild yellow Vietnam and Rockstar WMD….along with Thunder and Lightning….I love the fast strains and wild yellow is actually one of my favorites for first dose in the morning…most excellent clean energy and focus for the workdays.