Friday, November 20, 2009

What is the scientific name for the stems eaten by the Somali and Yemen people as a stimulant?

There are some leaves and stems very famous to the people of Yemen and Somali which they chew as a stimulant or energy giver

What is the scientific name for the stems eaten by the Somali and Yemen people as a stimulant?
Qat leaves, botanical name: Catha edulis
Reply:khat, a plant that provides a mild, amphetamine-like euphoria.


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