Lime Spatula, 20th century, 12 5/8 x 1 1/2 x 7/8 in. ( x x cm), Wood, Papua New Guinea, 20th century, Betel chewing is a common practice throughout India, Indonesia, and Oceania. Frequently called betel nut, a 'chew' actually consists of three components; a paste made from the crushed kernel of an areca palm nut, the fruit or leaf of the betel-pepper plant, and a quantity of powdered lime, obtained from burnt coral or shell. Often this combination takes the form of a small bite-sized package which is placed in the cheek and chewed in a manner similar to chewing tobacco.

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