Kanna Happy Calming Extract 1g

Kanna Happy Calming Extract | 1 g

The Kanna Happy Calming extract is a concentrated extract of Sceletium tortuosum in granulated form, free from residual plant material. Within the Edabea kanna extract catalog, it holds a position parallel to the Merry Stony — both are concentrated granulated extracts with different commercial names from the same supplier. It is presented in a 1 g format.

Physical Characteristics and Position in the Catalog

The Happy Calming is a concentrated granulated extract — medium texture within the range of kanna extracts available at Edabea, coarser than the fine powder of the ET2 and looser than compact mass extracts like Smokanna or UB40. We do not have the supplier's specification for alkaloid composition for this reference beyond the stated format and concentration.

Documented Alkaloids in Sceletium tortuosum

The main alkaloids of Sceletium tortuosum — mesembrine, mesembrenone, mesembrenol, and tortuosamine — are well characterized in the phytochemical literature (Gericke & Viljoen, 2008; Harvey et al., 2011). Mesembrine is the most studied alkaloid of the species due to its documented interaction with serotonin transporters (Harvey et al., 2011). To delve deeper into its profile, you can consult our specialized article on mesembrine.

Etnobotanical Context

Sceletium tortuosum is a succulent plant native to South Africa that has been used for centuries by the Khoikhoi and San peoples, with documented records dating back to the 17th century (Smith et al., 1996). To expand the historical and botanical context of the species, you can consult our specialized section on kanna.

Conservation

The granulated extract is sensitive to humidity and direct light. To maintain its stability over time:

• 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 Happy Calming Extract

What distinguishes Happy Calming from Merry Stony?

Both are concentrated granulated extracts of Sceletium tortuosum free from residual plant material, with different commercial names from the same segment of the catalog. The difference between the two references is not specified by the supplier beyond the commercial name. For a comparative collection of granulated extracts, both references are of interest as distinct materials within the same format and degree of concentration.

How does it differ from the ET2 extract?

ET2 is a standardized fine powder extract. Happy Calming has a granulated texture — coarser than fine powder, which determines its distinct physical behavior as research material. Both are concentrated extracts free from residual plant material.

What alkaloids does Sceletium tortuosum contain?

The main documented alkaloids are mesembrine, mesembrenone, mesembrenol, and tortuosamine (Gericke & Viljoen, 2008). We do not have the supplier’s specification for alkaloid composition for Happy Calming specifically — the phytochemical information is based on the cited bibliographic sources for the species.

What is the legal status of kanna?

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

About this content

This sheet was prepared by the specialized team of Edabea Natura, with over 15 years of experience in the selection and marketing of ethnobotanical materials. The format data comes from the supplier's declaration; the phytochemical information is based on the cited bibliographic sources for the species. We do not have the specification for alkaloid composition for this specific reference. Last updated: April 2026. For inquiries about 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.