A symbol of prosperity, a magical ingredient of Ayurveda and an important part of religious customs and traditions, the refreshing and evergreen creeper, commonly known as Paan Patta, holds a special place in Hindu tradition. Native to South-East Asia, betel leaves are as important as the sacred Tulsi plant which is worshiped in many households. But we never think of the reasons behind the connection of betel leaf with many traditions despite the fact that it is used in almost every religious custom.

हिन्दू धर्म में भगवान की पूजा करते समय नियमों का पालन करना अनिवार्य समझा जाता है। पूजा की सारी विधि एवं सामग्री उपस्थित होना भी एक महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु है। इसी पूजा सामग्री में से एक खास वस्तु है ‘पान’, जिसे संस्कृत भाषा में तांबूल भी कहा जाता है।