What is Kanna Powder?

Kanna is Sceletium tortuosum, a low succulent plant native to South Africa. This is the finely ground powder.

About the plant

Kanna has a long history of traditional use among the San and Khoikhoi peoples of South Africa, where the plant was traditionally fermented. It grows in the arid regions of the Cape.

Related botanicals

• Kanna - Coarse — the coarse-cut form.
• Kanna Tincture — an alcohol-based liquid extract.

Kanna Powder: form & sizes

We carry Kanna Powder as finely ground powder, sold by weight in sizes from 1/2 oz to 1 kg. We sell ethnobotanicals for educational and research purposes and make no health or therapeutic claims.

Storage

Store Kanna Powder in an airtight container, away from heat, light, and humidity, to preserve its color and aroma.

Safety

Kanna (Sceletium tortuosum) should not be combined with antidepressants or other medications that act on serotonin, including SSRIs and MAO inhibitors. Do not combine it with alcohol. We recommend you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. 21+ only.

Kanna Powder at a glance

Botanical name

Sceletium tortuosum

Family

Aizoaceae

Native region

South Africa

Plant part

aerial parts

Form

finely ground powder

Sizes

1/2 oz to 1 kg