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Also known as
Betle Plant and Betle Leaf
Taxonomy
Piper betle
Piper
Piperaceae
Piperales

How to care for Betel

How often to water your Betel

every 9
Betel needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
30% Very Low

Growing Betel in Philadelphia right now
Plant growth potential is currently low đ
January 30th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ânet radiationâ in Philadelphia is currently low đ.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in deteâŚ
Sunlight will increase by 37.8% âď¸
January 30th, 2023
Philadelphia is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Philadelphia is expected to increase by 37.8% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 9.2 megajoules of energyâŚ
Daylight will increase by 0.8 hours đ
January 23rd, 2023
This month, Philadelphia is getting an average of 6.5 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.9% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.1 total hours ofâŚ
Finding light for Betel in your home

a window
Betel may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves đ, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania â .

How to fertilize Betel

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Betel after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
When to repot Betel
Is this a good time of year to repot? No âł
January 30th, 2023
The growing potential in Philadelphia is low đ.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to âŚ

Betel prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Betel may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves đ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Betel
Betel
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
