Scientific noun: Piper betle L.
Family: Pepper family - Piperaceae -
Habitat: Tropical regions of southern Asia.
Alkaloids: arecaine ( C2H11NO2) and arecoline
Active parts: leaves and fruits.
Uses : leaves and nuts chewing.
Toxicity: Addiction . Using it may produce another negative results: gastric diseases, teeth decay and risk of mouth cancer. Medicinal properties: Analgesic and stimulant.