The "super" label is earned, this is leaf selected specifically for its above-average alkaloid density from harvests that already begin with strong baseline numbers.
Alkaloid Profile: The Numbers Leader
Mitragynine at 1.62% accounts for 66.9% of total alkaloids, firmly in the upper range. But what makes Super Maeng Da distinctive is not just the mitragynine. Its secondary alkaloids are also elevated: paynantheine at 0.27% and speciogynine at 0.19% are among the highest absolute values in our range. Published research associates both paynantheine and speciogynine with serotonin 5-HT1A receptor affinity, suggesting they contribute to the broader character profile that users describe in whole-leaf kratom. Speciociliatine sits at 0.34% (14.1% of total), moderate for the range, the profile leans toward the mitragynine-led end rather than the speciociliatine-rich end you see in some reds.
At Kraatje, "Maeng Da" refers to a genuine Thai-origin variety, not a marketing label. And "super" means verifiable above-average alkaloid content. These are not empty words, the lab data on this page proves that.
Quality and Cross-References
Lab-tested for alkaloid content and purity. Also available as Super Maeng Da capsules. Compare with Super Green (our other super-potent green) or explore the Red Thai Maeng Da for a pure red Maeng Da experience.
