Traditional Indian Tree

Kattha (Acacia Catechu): Traditional uses, manufacturing process, and economic significance in India

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Katha (Senegalia catechu) tree in an Indian landscape with a farmer harvesting heartwood, surrounded by dry forest, goats, and beehives.

A farmer harvesting Katha (Senegalia catechu) in a traditional Indian landscape, showcasing its diverse uses in agriculture and industry.

Kattha or Khair, scientifically known as Senegalia catechu (previously Acacia catechu), is a tree of immense significance in India, both culturally and economically. Known for …

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