Betel leaves

Betel leaves are green leaves that people from some cultures chew on as a traditional activity. They are in the same family as black pepper and are grown in tropical areas, like Southeast Asia and parts of Africa.

When people chew on these leaves, they often put other things on them, like betel nuts or tobacco, to make it taste better. This activity is common in some cultures because it is believed to have a variety of health benefits, although this is not proven.

Sometimes people put special paste on the betel leaves before they chew on them, which is made from things like lime, areca nut, and herbs. These ingredients give the leaves a special taste.

In some places, serving betel leaves to guests is a sign of showing hospitality. People may also use betel leaves as a medicine or in cooking. Overall, betel leaves have a long and important cultural history in some parts of the world.