Commonly known as betel nut, very widely cultivated plant in eastern countries like India, Bangladesh, Ceylon, Malaya, the Philippines and Japan. The importance of this nut is due to its use for chewing purposes. In India, the crop is mainly grown in the states of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal, Meghalaya, Maharashtra and Andaman and Nicobar. Growth habit – Tall Age – 1 year Recommended agro climatic area – Malnad areas of Karnataka Uses – Appetizer, carminative, manufacturing soap, chewing gums, dyes, chocolates, toothpaste, cosmetics, after-shave lotion, and ulcer cleaning tincture etc. Medicinal benefits – skin diseases, diabetes, blood pressure, fever, urinary stones, intestinal worms, seminal weakness, Jaundice, gastritis, hyper-acidity etc.