
Catechu

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catechu
СуществительноеAn astringent, brown, resinous extract obtained from the heartwood of Acacia catechu and related trees, used chiefly in tanning, dyeing, and as a preservative.
Traditional textile workshops still use catechu as a natural mordant and dye.
A preparation of this extract added to betel quid for flavour and for its medicinal astringent properties.
In many parts of South Asia, chewers mix lime, areca nut, and catechu to make betel quid.