Wash the betel leaf gently and pat it dry before placing it in pooja
Keep the leaf fresh and unbroken
Place it on a clean pooja plate or banana leaf
Keep the stalk end facing the deity if required by your tradition
Avoid using torn, wilted, or stained leaves
Do not place the leaf directly on an unclean surface
Keep it away from dust, water, and strong heat
Replace it with a fresh leaf if it dries out during pooja
Use only as many leaves as needed for the ritual
Follow your family or temple custom for placement and offering