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===== Photos ===== | ===== Photos ===== | ||
- | ^Photos^^^ | + | ^Photos^^ |
- | |{{:betel_leaf_plant.jpg? | + | |{{:wiki: |
+ | |Betel Leaf|Growing conditions as an understorey plant shaded partially by Queensland Arrowroot, and Pigeon Pea. Fully sheltered from hot western sun| | ||
===== Recipes ===== | ===== Recipes ===== | ||
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=== Ecology === | === Ecology === | ||
Betel leaf thrives in Townsville' | Betel leaf thrives in Townsville' | ||
+ | The plant will spread by runners, but is easily controlled and stays as an understorey plant. | ||
=== Uses === | === Uses === | ||
- | The leaves are commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine for wrapping appetizers or as a flavoring herb. | + | The leaves are commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine for wrapping appetizers |
=== Food === | === Food === | ||
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=== Seed Saving Tips === | === Seed Saving Tips === | ||
Betel leaf is typically propagated from cuttings rather than seeds. | Betel leaf is typically propagated from cuttings rather than seeds. | ||
+ | Can be difficult to get growing unless the conditions are favorable. | ||
=== Cautionary Comments === | === Cautionary Comments === |