Viridian Griffonia 5-HTP Extract 100mg (60 Capsules)

5-HTP is one of the most popular supplements in the mood and sleep routine category, and Viridian's version extracts it from its natural plant source: the seeds of the West African griffonia plant. 100mg per capsule, clean formulation, no nasties. The version we tend to recommend when customers ask.

What 5-HTP is

5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a compound that occurs naturally in the body. It's also found in particularly high concentrations in the seeds of the griffonia plant, which is where most supplement-grade 5-HTP comes from.

As a supplement, 5-HTP has been popular for years with customers working on their evening wind-down routine, their mood and emotional balance, or their general sense of feeling settled. It doesn't carry an EFSA authorised health claim, so we won't make specific functional statements about it. What we will say is that it's one of the most consistently-asked-for products in this category and the griffonia-source plant extract is the format most customers prefer.

Who tends to take it

Customers working on their evening wind-down routine. People who feel a bit emotionally flat through the day and want a botanical option as part of a broader routine. Anyone who has been pointed towards 5-HTP by a practitioner or friend and wants a clean, quality version.

It often gets used in evening routines alongside magnesium (magnesium contributes to normal nervous system function and to normal psychological function) and sometimes L-theanine. Browse the Sleep & Calm collection and the Stress & Mood collection for the wider range.

One note: 5-HTP is usually a short-to-medium-term product rather than something to take indefinitely. Most practitioners suggest using it in cycles or for a defined period rather than as a permanent daily fixture. We'd suggest speaking to a practitioner if you're thinking about long-term use.

Why Viridian's version is worth choosing

The griffonia source matters. A genuine plant-source extract is what you want. Some cheap 5-HTP products are synthesised rather than plant-extracted, and while they technically deliver the same compound, the plant-source version is generally preferred by customers who care about how their supplements are made.

Viridian uses ethically sourced raw materials, a sensible dose level (100mg per capsule), and a clean carrier. No magnesium stearate, no titanium dioxide, no synthetic colourings. Vegetarian-suitable capsule shell.

More on the brand in the Viridian collection.

How to take it

One capsule, taken in the evening or as your practitioner advises. Many people prefer to take 5-HTP in the evening because of the way the body uses it. Some practitioners suggest a defined cycle (4-8 weeks on, a break, then reassess) rather than indefinite daily use.

Very important: 5-HTP should not be combined with SSRI or SNRI antidepressants, MAOIs, or other prescription mood medication. The combination can cause serotonin syndrome, which is a serious condition. If you're on any antidepressant or mood medication, do not take 5-HTP without specific clearance from your GP.

Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Not suitable for under-18s. If you have any liver condition or you're on prescription medication of any kind, check with your GP or pharmacist before adding it to your routine.

These are not fringe cautions. They're the standard, sensible advice that applies to any 5-HTP product.

Plain-English support

If you'd like to talk through whether 5-HTP is the right starting point for what you're working on, give us a call on 07711 393130 or walk into the shop at 22 Hyde Rd, Paignton. Sometimes 5-HTP is the right call. Sometimes magnesium is. Sometimes the answer is improving the basics first. We'll tell you straight.