betel

betel
[ˈbiːt(ə)l]
noun
[mass noun]

the leaf of an Asian evergreen climbing plant, used in the East as a mild stimulant. Parings of areca nut, lime, and cinnamon are wrapped in the leaf, which is then chewed, causing the saliva to go red and, with prolonged use, the teeth to go black
蒌叶。亦称 Paan
the plant, related to pepper, from which these leaves are taken
蒌树
Piper betle, family Piperaceae
拉丁名Piper betle，胡椒科

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