Betel leaves are used as a stimulant, an antiseptic, and a breath-freshener, whereas areca nut was considered as aphrodisiac. Chewing habits of people have changed over time. The betel leaves are chewed together in a wrapped package along with areca nut and mineral slaked lime.
betel leaf ( big leaf )
The soil is best kept moist but with good drainage. Betel plants should be watered approximately every 4 days. These little beauties prefer warmer conditions because of their origins in Asia, so you can keep them outside during the warmer months but it's best to bring them inside when it's cold.