Kratom Tea Botanical Background

Kratom tea begins with Mitragyna speciosa, a Southeast Asian tree whose leaves have traditionally been used in several forms.

Reviewed August 19, 2026

University of Florida botanical guide

UF/IFAS published Kratom: Botanical Insights and Cultivation Practices, covering the plant’s horticultural characteristics and cultivation.

University of Florida research context

The UF College of Pharmacy maintains a dedicated Kratom Resources page containing research updates and scientific material.

European Union Drugs Agency

The EUDA kratom profile provides international context about the botanical and traditional forms of use, including preparation of leaves as tea.