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Catha edulis - Khatstrauch, Arabischer Tee, Abessinischer Tee
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  • Catha edulis - Khatstrauch, Arabischer Tee, Abessinischer Tee
  • Catha edulis - Khatstrauch, Arabischer Tee, Abessinischer Tee

Catha edulis - Arabian Tea, Abyssinian Tea, Kath

The leaves of the cat(h) shrub (Catha edulis) are for many what tobacco or coffee is in this country: stimulant and everyday drug. The plant can only be delivered if you send us a self-disclosure to ensure a scientific use.

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The cat or cath shrub (Catha edulis) is also known as Arabian tea. It is native to tropical and southern Africa and grows as an evergreen shrub. Nowadays it is mainly cultivated in Yemen and Oman, Kenya and Ethiopia. The branch tips covered with young leaves are harvested. Users simply chew them as an everyday drug, keeping a "ball" of chewed leaves against the inside of their cheek. Here they lead for about two hours to a slightly stimulant effect, which is comparable to the consumption of tea or coffee up to the effect of amphetamines. However, excessive use can lead to symptoms of intoxication. For responsible individuals who have a botanical interest in useful plants from around the world, these plants, which are decidedly rare in this country, are a hazard-free temptation. The plant can be delivered provided that you send us a self-disclosure for scientific purposes.

CED-103

Data sheet

Family
Celastraceae
Origin
Africa
Flowering period
Summer
Color of flowers
Yellow
Fruits
Useful plant
Growth
Shrub
Location
Sunny
winter temperature
15 (+/- 5) °C
Minimum temperature
0 °C
Hardiness Zones
10
Height
1,5 - 2 m

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