Green

Betel Leaf

Note Profile

Natural

Scent Profile

Betel leaf has a distinctive green scent profile with spicy, peppery, and slightly camphoraceous facets. It also carries subtle notes of clove and a gentle sweetness, evolving towards a warm, aromatic dryness as it settles. The overall impression is vibrant, fresh, and complex, with a piquant edge.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 50%

Sweet 10%

Warm 25%

Woody 0%

Earthy 10%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 15%

Origin

Betel leaf is obtained from the Piper betle plant, native to South and Southeast Asia. The leaves are typically harvested by hand and their essential oil is extracted through steam distillation for use in perfumery.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use betel leaf primarily as a heart note to impart green, spicy freshness and aromatic complexity. It pairs well with other green notes, spices, and woods, and is often used to add vibrancy and depth to both modern and traditional compositions.