Description
Catha edulis is a slow-growing shrub or tree.The plant usually grows in arid environments
Catha edulis is a flowering plant native to the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Among communities from these areas, khat chewing has a history as a social custom dating back thousands of yea
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Abessinischer Tee, Abyssinian Tea, Arabian Tea, Bushman s Tea,khat |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 4.00 to 5.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | June to August |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Plants love water,but don, t drown them. That is, they don, t like to sit in water, and they, ll die if the soil is too wet in winter. The ideal soil is rich and loose, with good drainage. One of the worst mistakes you can make is to not provide adequate drainage.
Catha edulis care
plant care may require a bit of effort, but the results are well worth the work. Not all plants are fragrant, but the most common and hardy do produce a sweet, carrying fragrance. Common is a vine and has larger glossy green leaves than Royal. Both can survive in temperate climates if they are planted in a sheltered area.
| Sunlight | Full sun to part shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 41- 95F |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Catha edulis special feature
South of USDA Zone 9, this plant is usually grown in containers that are overwintered indoo
Catha edulis uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose