The betel (Piper betle) is a vine of the family Piperaceae, which includes pepper and kava. The betel plant is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen, dioecious perennial, with glossy heart-shaped leaves and white catkin. Betel plants are cultivated for their leaves.
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Toothpaste, feminine cleanser/hygiene, breath freshener mouthwash, hand sanitizer, disinfectan, skin rubs, aromatherapy.
Overview
Cultivation: | Conventional |
Extraction Method: | Steam distillation |
Material Source: | Leaves |
Main Components: | Tannins, chavicol, phenyl, propane, cyncole, etc. |
Color: | Light yellow to dark brown |
Scent: | pungent, spicy, slightly medicinal, slightly smoky |
Solubility: | Soluble in alcohol & slightly soluble in water |
Good Blend: | Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Clove, Cinnamon, Cardamom essential oils. |
Origin of Oil: | Indonesia (Java Island – Central Java) |
Variant: | Betel green leaf oil |
End Products: | Toothpaste, feminine cleanser/hygiene, breath freshener mouthwash, hand sanitizer, disinfectan, skin rubs, aromatherapy. |
Volume: | 2 ml, 5 ml, 10 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 500 ml, 1 L, 2 L, 5 L, 20 L, 30 L |
Botanical:
Betel, popularly known as Paan/Suruh is widely consumed in the regions of Asia. It is a Perennial Plant with heart shaped leaves, which belong to Piperaceae family, and the herb is also called as betel pepper or wild pepper and leaves have clove like flavor. It is a vine & it needs pole or big tree for its support and needs well drained fertile soil. Its vines extend till 150 to 180 cm and they branch after 3 to 6 months.
A brief History:
According to the study of numerous Anthropologists, the traces of Betel leaves were said have been found in spirit caves of Northwest Thailand, which dates back to 5500 to 7000 B.C. The oldest historical book of Sri Lanka, Mahawamsa written in Pali talks about the leaves of the Betel vine. There are other findings in human skeletons dating back to 3000 BC in countries like Philippines and Indonesia, indicating the use of Betel leaves even before thousands of years.
Usage History:
Usage of Betel was first originated in the archipelagos of Southeast Asia and then eventually spread to the main land, appearing first in Thailand and Vietnam, and they arrived Indonesia sometimes later. Historical evidence indicates that for thousands of years, the betel leaf and areca nut have been chewed together.
SOURCE OF MATERIAL | Source of Material: Leaves, Origin: Indonesia (Java Island – Central Java) |
CULTIVATION | Conventional |
MAIN CONTENT/INGREDIENTS | Tannins, chavicol, phenyl, propane, cyncole |
ORGANOLEPTICS | Color: Light yellow to dark brown; Scent: pungent, spicy, slightly medicinal, slightly smoky |
SOLUBILITY | Soluble in alcohol & slightly soluble in water |
BENEFITS & USES | Benefits:
Uses:
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THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS | The primary ingredients of the essential oil of Betel Leaf are cadinene, sesquiterpene, chavicol, geraniol, thujene, terpinolene, chavibetol, phenyl propane, trans ocimene, safrole, caryophyllene, cineole, cadinol, eugenol, camphene, limonene, pinene, and eugenyl acetate. These chemical constituents contribute to its remedial values like antifungal, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, gastroprotective, radio-protective, anti-diabetic, hepatoprotective, galactogogue, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, carminative, analgesic and nervous stimulant |
LEVEL OF NOTE | Middle note |
BLEND WELL | Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Clove, Cinnamon, and Cardamom essential oils. |
END PRODUCT | Toothpaste, feminine cleanser/hygiene, breath freshener mouthwash, hand sanitizer, disinfectant, skin rubs, aromatherapy. |
STORAGE LIFE | 10 |
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS | Store essential oils in amber bottles (dark in color). If the packaging used is an aluminum bottle, then transfer the essential oil from the aluminum bottle to a dark amber glass bottle. Store in a dry place and away from sunlight. |
ALLERGIES & GENERAL PRECAUTIONS | We advise you to take the following:
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DISCLAIMER | This information is only for the use of education and is not meant for replacing any prescribed medicines or professional medical advice or for diagnosing any kind of health condition. Never ingest essential oils and do remember to dilute them in appropriate carrier oils like Jojoba or Coconut oil. This is due to the fact that organic and unadulterated essential oils are highly concentrated liquids and direct application of essential oils on the skin may lead to allergic reactions. Due care should be taken if you are a nursing mother or carrying. Keep out of reach of children. Speak with your healthcare practitioner before taking your call on the suitable essential oils for your state of health and unique individual constitution. |