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Catha
Catha (pronounced: /ˈkæθə/) is a genus of plants in the family Celastraceae. The most well-known species is Catha edulis, commonly known as khat.
Etymology
The term "Catha" is derived from the Arabic word "qat", which refers to the plant Catha edulis. The word was Latinized to "Catha" in scientific nomenclature.
Pronunciation
The term "Catha" is pronounced as /ˈkæθə/.
Related Terms
- Celastraceae: The family of flowering plants to which Catha belongs.
- Catha edulis: The most well-known species of Catha, commonly known as khat.
- Khat: A stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the Catha edulis plant.
See Also
- Ethnobotany: The study of a region's plants and their practical uses through the traditional knowledge of a local culture and people.
- Phytochemistry: The study of phytochemicals, which are chemicals derived from plants.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Catha
- Wikipedia's article - Catha
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