Beetel Paan

Betel Leaf Plant Sapling (Piper betle)

The Betel Leaf Plant, popularly known as Paan, is a traditional and culturally significant creeper in Indian households. Its heart-shaped glossy green leaves are used in religious rituals, Ayurvedic remedies, and as a mouth freshener. This fast-growing climber adds beauty and utility to balconies and gardens and thrives best in humid, semi-shaded environments.

🌱 Sapling Details:

• Net Pot Size: 1 inch (Do not remove the sapling from the net pot)

• Number of Saplings: 1

• Sapling Height: Approx. 2–3 inches

• Watering: Keep the soil moist, water when topsoil starts drying

• Sunlight: Partial sunlight or bright indirect light

🌾 Full Plant Description:

• Difficulty Level: Moderate (requires humidity and warmth)

• Mature Height: 3 – 6 feet (can grow longer with support)

• Leaf Color: Bright green, glossy, heart-shaped leaves

• Type: Medicinal & culinary vine (can be indoor or outdoor)

• Soil: Rich, loamy, and well-draining soil with organic compost

• Watering: Every 2–3 days; prefers slightly moist soil

• Sunlight Needs: Partial shade or dappled sunlight

• Ideal Temperature: 70°F – 95°F (21°C – 35°C)

• Best Season: Grows best in spring and monsoon

🌿 Plant Nutrition:

• Biweekly: Vermicompost or cow dung compost

• Monthly: Seaweed solution or neem khali for healthy foliage

🪴 How to Plant the Sapling:

1. Keep the sapling inside the net pot – do not remove it.

2. Use a pot with good drainage or plant near a wall/support for climbing.

3. Fill the pot halfway with nutrient-rich soil.

4. Make a hole in the center and place the net pot inside.

5. Cover with soil and water thoroughly. Provide a support stick or trellis.

🌍 Alternate Names:

• Botanical Name: Piper betle

• Common Names: Betel leaf, Paan, Tambul, Nagavalli

• Hindi: पान का पौधा (Paan Ka Paudha)

• Kannada: ವೀಲೆ ದೊಪ್ಪಳ ಗಿಡ (Veela Doppala Gida)

• Tamil: வற்றி இலை செடி (Vetri Ilai Chedi)

• Telugu: తాంబూల పత్ర మొక్క (Tamboola Patra Mokka)

• Marathi: पानाचे झाड (Paanache Jhaad)

• Malayalam: വറ്റില ചെടി (Vattila Chedi)

🌸 Also Known As:

Paan leaf plant, Ayurvedic leaf vine, Betel creeper, Sacred leaf plant, Vastu positivity climber, Traditional Indian herb