Catha — 1 species

Cultivation

Khat is cultivated in highland areas of the tropics and subtropics at elevations of 1,500 - 2,500 metres. In these areas the average daily temperatures are around 16 - 22°c (within a total range of 6 - 32°c). The annual rainfall requirements are 800 - 1,000 mm over a period of 4 - 6 months.