“Mideast shrub with leaves that are chewed as a stimulant” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.QAT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Mideast shrub with leaves that are chewed as a stimulant”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 22, 2026, where it runs at 34 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.