Cigars are made of three types of tobacco leaves: filler, binder, and wrapper. The outer leaf of a cigar is known as the wrapper, which covers the tobacco inside and forms the cigars public face. Wrapper leaves are available in various shades, each contributing to the distinct taste of the cigar as well as the quality of burn. The tobacco leaf that is used as a wrapper is stretched to ensure a leak-free seam for the cigar. To seal the wrapper leaf at the top of the head, a small amount of vegetable gum is used. The filler leaves can be extracted from all parts of the tobacco plant. The base of the tobacco plant gives a light flavor. The center leaves provide mild flavor, while the leaves from the crown provide richer texture. The leaves from the different parts of the plant undergo curing, fermentation, and aging. Long-filler cigars are considered to be higher in quality than short-filler cigars. The leaf that is used as a binder goes around the fillers to create a bunch. The central vein of the binder leaf needs to be removed in order to create a smooth draw.