The heart shape green leaves of the betel vine are widely known as Paan in India. The
leaves are credited with lot of medicinal values and used in therapies like treatment of
bronchitis, prevention of oral diseases. Fresh betel leaves are hydro-distilled utilizing a
modified microwave oven with Clevenger Apparatus for extraction of essential oil. The yield
was improved by raising microwave power and elevating leaves to water ratio. The time …