Super Green from Jongkong shines bright, fast-dried, weather-dependent, fresh aroma, balanced effects, limited seasonal supply.
Discovering “Super Green” from Jongkong, Kapuas Hulu
What is “Super Green”?
Super Green is prized for its vivid, bright green look and fresh, balanced feel. The color comes from rapid sun-drying (≈4 hours) that limits oxidation and UV exposure. Result: a clean, lively appearance with a smooth profile.
Why Jongkong?
Jongkong is a rural district in Kapuas Hulu, West Kalimantan, known for fertile riverine soils and year-round warmth—ideal for leafy crops.
Color = Drying, Not Just “Strength”
- Fast, hot sun → dries leaves quickly → less oxidation → brighter green.
- Slower or cloudy drying → more oxidation → duller green.
Color signals process and weather, not a guarantee of potency.
Seasonality & Availability (Important)
Super Green is weather-dependent. The region’s drier spell usually runs ~May–October; wetter months cluster ~November–March, with an additional lighter wet period around March–May. That means bright Super Green is harder to produce when rains linger.
Recent climate outlooks also note rainfall can increase from November to March during La Niña-type patterns, making supply less predictable year to year.
How does it feel vs. Bika?
Expect mild to strong, typically gentler than Bika. Growers and buyers often attribute this to local microclimate and soil nutrition differences around Jongkong. (Potency varies by batch and handling.)
Buyer Tips
- Best chances for the classic bright color: mid-dry season (often July–September).
- In wet months, ask for drying notes and photos to verify color.
- Store in airtight, opaque packaging away from heat and light to preserve freshness.
Quick Facts (scan-friendly)
- Origin: Jongkong, Kapuas Hulu (West Kalimantan).
- Process: Fast sun-drying ~4 hours → bright green.
- Profile: Fresh aroma, balanced feel, milder than Bika on average.
- Supply: Seasonal; significantly affected by rain and cloud cover.
FAQ
When is Super Green easiest to get?
Typically in the drier mid-year months (≈May–October, peak clarity around July–September), when sun exposure enables fast drying.
Does brighter green mean stronger?
Not necessarily. Brightness points to fast, low-oxidation drying, not guaranteed potency.
Why is the color duller in some batches?
Likely slower drying due to clouds/rain or longer oxidation during processing.
Can rain come in the “dry” season now?
Yes—climate variability means surprise showers even in typically dry months.
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