What is another word for genus Catha?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs kˈaθə] (IPA) 
Genus Catha is a plant species that belongs to the Celastraceae family. It is commonly known as khat, a flowering evergreen shrub. The plant is native to East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Genus Catha is widely used for its psychoactive effects due to the presence of stimulating compounds like cathinone and cathine. It is known by various names including African Salad, Chat, Gat, Miraa, and Arabian Tea. In Somalia, it is called "Qat" while in Ethiopia, it is known as "Gojo." Khat is also referred to as Abyssinian Tea, Bushman's Tea, and Qaat in different regions. The plant has a long history of use as a stimulant and a social activity in many parts of the world.
