Yellow Elephant Kratom: Guide to Benefits, Effects and Proper Dosage

Quite often, kratom strains are named after their place of origin; however, that isn’t the case for the Elephant Kratom strain, which is named after its gigantic leaves. The giant leaves of the Elephant strain are what makes it unique, at least in appearance, but how do the potential benefits, effects, and dosage range compare to the other strains and varieties? This guide will help you fully understand all these areas in regard to the Yellow Elephant kratom strain.

What is Yellow Elephant Kratom?

Elephant Kratom originates from lush forests across parts of Southeast Asia, with rich, fertile soil and tropical weather contributing to its alkaloid composition and development. The Elephant strain has three vein color varieties: red, green, and white. While all color variants come from the same Elephant strain, the color of the veins is a determinant of when the leaves are harvested and the resulting alkaloid profile – possibly explaining the differences in potential benefits and effects between vein colors.

You may notice that we didn’t mention “Yellow” as a vein color, and that’s because it isn’t. Yellow Elephant is actually a blend of two or more Elephant vein colors. Since it is a blend, consistency and formula can vary between vendors; however, it is most common to blend Red Elephant with either Green or White Elephant. Some vendors also mix all three Elephant varieties. Due to this mixing, Yellow Elephant gets its name from the feint yellowish tint of the resulting finished kratom powder.

Blending different Elephant color varieties gives a wider range of alkaloids, potentially up to 45 of them.  Like all kratom strains and varieties, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine are the most dominant ones that will make up at least half of the total alkaloid content and lead to the majority of the potential effects. There are many other minor alkaloids, which could include paynantheine, speciociliatine, isopaynantheine, and corynantheidine. However, these alkaloids and their roles alone or in combination are not well understood scientifically.

Yellow Elephant: Possible Benefits & Effects

Yellow Elephant Kratom, as a blend, may contain a wider spectrum of potential effects. Red, Green, and White Elephant, often considered mid-range and potency in classes, could all possibly contribute to the possible benefits experienced with the Yellow Elephant strain.

The Yellow Elephant strain is known to potentially offer subtle energy and mood lift with an undertone of relaxation without sedation. For these reasons, it may make a good daytime and evening strain. Since Red Elephant is always included in the blend, the potential calming and relaxing effects combined with the energetic effects of White and/or Green Elephant may offer users a well-balanced experience.

However, if you prefer a more calming and relaxing strain, Red Elephant could be more suitable for your needs. On the other hand, if you want more potential energetic effects and light stimulation, White Elephant may be a better choice. Yellow Elephant may generally compare the most to Green Elephant, but with a higher relaxation potential.

Overall, suppose you desire a moderate mood boost without the relaxed or sleepy effects often associated with the Red Elephant variety or without the potentially stimulatory effects of the White then, Yellow Elephant may be a better match. Many people who use Yellow Elephant are often accustomed to all varieties of Elephant kratom and use Yellow Elephant for a more balanced spectrum without having to blend multiple Elephant varieties themselves.

Yellow Elephant Kratom: Risks to be Aware of

Yellow Elephant and all kratom products have risks and safety considerations. Many of the risks are associated with the primary alkaloids mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine however, the other alkaloids and components may also play a role in the risks. There are both common and rare and severe side effects one should be aware of and understand before considering the incorporation of kratom into their regimen.

More rare and severe side effects have been reported. While the majority of these involved the mixing of kratom with other substances or in those with health conditions, these risks should be considered carefully. One should always speak with their doctor first on their plan to use kratom.

In addition to this, the FDA has stated warnings to the public against the use of kratom. The agency warns of the risks of side effects and abuse, so these warnings should be fully read and understood. Kratom, including Yellow Elephant, may be habit-forming, in large part because of the primary alkaloids. Habit formation could result from consistent daily use, leading to mental and physical dependence, which may result in negative effects upon stopping, which may make it difficult for some people to quit.

Yellow Elephant Dosage

Finding the right dosage of Yellow Elephant can be tricky. Individual factors such as personal experience with kratom, body weight and metabolism, and personal sensitivities can all play a role. It is important to go slow with your dosage, especially if you are a beginner. A good rule of thumb is to use a test dose of under one gram if you are new to any specific strain, vendor, or batch in order to gauge your tolerance and compatibility. Also, staying with your lowest effective dosage, avoiding daily usage, and high dosages are all best practices.

Is Yellow Elephant Kratom Worth A Shot?

Now that you have a brief background on Yellow Elephant and its potential benefits, the question is, “Should you try it?”. This really comes down to many personal factors and reasons. If you haven’t yet tried Red, Green, or White Elephant, it is recommended to try these first, and if the Elephant varieties are ones you like, then perhaps Yellow Elephant could be a suitable match. It really will also depend on what you are looking for, and if a balanced blend is what you are after, then this one may be worth a try.

CONTENT DISCLAIMER: The content on this page is strictly for entertainment purposes only. The content below has not been medically reviewed and is not intended to offer advice for use or intended use. For more information about kratom and its potential dangers, please visit the fda.gov site.