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  betel nut

 

The betel nut is actually the seed of the fruit (fig.) of the areca plam (fig.). Chewed as a stimulent the seed is sliced and mixed with chalk and some spices, and wrapped in a plant leaf.

 

 

 

  betel nut

 

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