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Name: Nepeta cataria

Description: Nepeta cataria is a hardy perennial plant native to Eurasia and naturalized in most parts of the world. The plants will reach about 3 feet (~1 m) in height with an equal spread. Ovate leaves will reach up to 3 inches (7.7 cm) long, acute, cordate at the base, crenate or serrate and gray tomentose beneath. Plants are attractive to cats and can be used to make a tea. They are hardy in the landscape in USDA zones 6-10.

Nepeta cataria ("catnip" or "catmint") is mostly used as a recreational substance for feline enjoyment. Around 2 out of every 3 cats will be affected by the plant, and approximately 2 hours after an exposure, the feline will be sensitive to another dose. Whether it is growing in the wild or harvested and dried, felines will be affected by the plant. The common behaviors that are observed are: rubbing on the plant, rolling on the ground, drooling, or consuming much of the plant. It is said that felines are affected by the smell of the plant more than anything. Felines have such a strong sense of smell that they can detect the chemical nepetalactone, which is the main active ingredient in Nepeta cataria. This chemical enters the feline's nose, and produces semi-hallucinogenic effects on the cat. Catnip has a history of human medicinal use for its soothing effects. The plant has been consumed as a tea, juice, tincture, infusion, or poultice and has been smoked . Also, when the active oils in the plant are isolated and refined, they supposedly work as a great mosquito repellant. Catnip can also be smoked recreationally, and when combined with tobacco and other herbs, provides a "minty" taste and mild intoxicating effects

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Specific Conditions Treated: Bacterial tracheitis

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Specific Conditions Treated: Tinea Barbae

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Specific Conditions Treated: Otitis Media

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Specific Conditions Treated: Labyrinthitis

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