Betel Leaf (Piper betle) _tab_loofah Family: Rutaceae

Family: Rutaceae

"The seeds of this tree were believed to come from Cuba by way of 19th century dissidents who left the island at that time

but small enough to stow away in the kitchen

The succulent Cuban Oregano grows velvety

Betel Leaf (Piper betle) _tab_loofah Family: RutaceaeNative to Southeast Asia, the heart shaped Betel Leaf has been a staple to Ayurvedic tradition for centuries. Down any busy street in India, youd be surrounded by the stimulant paan consisting of Betel Leaf and areca nut, chewed after meals as a stimulant. The herb has long been used for oral hygiene and digestion and, when crushed, gives off a mild peppery aroma. In traditional Indian culture, to give a sheaf of betel leaves was to offer respect. As