Catha edulis
About
Khat or qat, also known as Bushman's tea, especially in South Africa, is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae, and the sole species in genus Catha. It is a shrub or tree native to eastern and southern Africa, ranging from Ethiopia and South Sudan to Angola and the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It grows in montane riverine and evergreen forests from 1,100 to 2,400 metres elevation.
- Family
- Celastraceae
How to use it
Khat is primarily used for its stimulating effects, often chewed for a mild euphoric experience. It has cultural significance in various regions of Africa, where it plays a role in social and traditional practices. However, it's essential to be aware of local regulations regarding its use, as it may be controlled or illegal in some areas.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Catha edulis
- Slug
- catha-edulis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Celastraceae
- Genus
- Catha
- Species
- edulis
- Wikidata QID
- Q207642
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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