Kanna Krystal Ultimate Extract 1g

Kanna Krystal Ultimate Extract | 1 g

The Kanna Krystal Ultimate Extract is a purified extract of Sceletium tortuosum characterized by its high purity and absence of plant material residue. Within Edabea's kanna extract catalog, the Krystal Ultimate holds the position of highest refinement — distinguished from conventional standardized extracts by a more thorough purification process that minimizes the presence of non-alkaloidal compounds. It comes in a 1 g format.

High purity as a distinguishing feature

The term Krystal Ultimate refers to the degree of purification of the extract — a process that significantly removes non-alkaloidal plant compounds present in less refined extracts. The result is a material with a greater proportion of alkaloids per weight compared to the conventional standardized extracts in the catalog.

No supplier specification of alkaloidal composition is available for this reference beyond the stated purity level. Phytochemical information is based on cited bibliographic sources for the species.

Documented Alkaloids in Sceletium tortuosum

The main alkaloids of Sceletium tortuosum — mesembrine, mesembrenone, mesembrenol, and tortuosamine — are well characterized in phytochemical literature (Gericke & Viljoen, 2008; Harvey et al., 2011). Mesembrine is the most studied alkaloid of the species for its documented interaction with serotonin transporters (Harvey et al., 2011). For more in-depth profiling, refer to our specialized article on mesembrine.

Etnobotanical Context

Sceletium tortuosum is a succulent plant native to southern Africa, used for centuries by the Khoikhoi and San peoples, with documented records since the 17th century (Smith et al., 1996). To broaden the historical and botanical context of the species, please see our specialized section on kanna.

Conservation

The purified extract is sensitive to moisture and direct light. To maintain its stability and physical characteristics:

• Store in a well-sealed container, preferably airtight.
• Keep in a cool, dry place protected from direct light.
• Avoid moisture, prolonged heat, and cross-contamination with other materials.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanna Krystal Ultimate Extract

What does "high purity" mean in this extract?

This indicates that the purification process has significantly removed non-alkaloidal plant compounds — fiber, chlorophyll, waxes, pigments — compared to conventional standardized extracts. The result is a material with a greater proportion of alkaloids per weight. No supplier specification of purity expressed as a percentage is available for this reference.

What distinguishes Krystal Ultimate from the ET2 extract?

ET2 is a standardized extract in fine powder — concentrated but with a conventional level of purification. Krystal Ultimate offers a higher degree of refinement, according to the supplier's statement, with less presence of non-alkaloidal compounds per weight unit. Both are free from plant material residue.

How does it differ from the Premium extract?

Both are high purity extracts without plant material residue. The difference between the two references is not specified by the supplier beyond the commercial name. For comparative collection of refined extracts, both references are of interest as distinct materials within the same processing level.

What alkaloids does Sceletium tortuosum contain?

The main documented alkaloids are mesembrine, mesembrenone, mesembrenol, and tortuosamine (Gericke & Viljoen, 2008). No supplier specification of alkaloidal composition for the Krystal Ultimate specifically is available — the phytochemical information is based on cited bibliographic sources for the species.

What is the legal status of kanna?

The legal status may vary according to jurisdiction. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify applicable regulations in their place of residence. This product is marketed solely as botanical collection material and ethnobotanical research.

About This Content

This data sheet was prepared by the specialized team at Edabea Natura, with over 15 years of experience in selecting and marketing ethnobotanical materials. Data regarding format and purity originate from the supplier’s declaration; phytochemical information is based on cited bibliographic sources for the species. No specification of alkaloidal composition expressed as a percentage is available for this specific reference. Last updated: April 2026. For inquiries regarding availability or characteristics of the current batch, contact contact@edabea.com.

References: Gericke, N. & Viljoen, A.M. (2008). Sceletium — a review update. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 119(3), 653–663. — Harvey, A.L. et al. (2011). Pharmacological actions of the South African medicinal and functional food plant Sceletium tortuosum and its principal alkaloids. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 137(3), 1124–1129. — Smith, M.T. et al. (1996). Psychoactive constituents of the genus Sceletium N.E.Br. and other Mesembryanthemaceae. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 50(3), 119–130.