Imports of the plant kratom have increased sharply in the last two years. Despite the fact that the leaves contain the narcotic substance mitragynine, it is completely legal to bring into the country.
The plant grows wild in various places in Asia, especially in Thailand, and can grow up to 15 meters tall trees. In lower doses it has a cocaine-like effect, in higher doses the user gets a heroin-like high. It is possible to order kratom online, primarily for soap production.