Introduction to the Origin of Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea, also known as wild tea tree (including cultivated wild tea trees , is a rare species primarily distributed in southern Yunnan and Hainan, China. Its main production areas in Yunnan include Menghai, Mengla, Simao, Gengma, Cangyuan, Shuangjiang, Lincang, Yuanjiang, Jingdong, Dali, Pingbian...
Tea News · Dec 15, 2025
Pu-erh Tea Knowledge: Where Does the 'Camphor Aroma' Come From?
The article critically examines the popular belief, notably promoted by Deng Shihai in his book 'Pu-erh Tea', that the prized 'camphor aroma' in aged Pu-erh tea originates from tea trees growing intermingled with camphor trees, their roots intertwined. The author argues this theory is flawed from mu...
Tea News · Dec 05, 2025
Science Post: Do You Really Know About Tea Buds?
Tea buds are the embryonic forms of tea shoots and flowers during the developmental process of tea trees. Young buds typically appear tender yellow, oily, and covered with fine hairs, which turn green and shed as the leaves mature. Tea buds are classified based on their characteristics and growth pa...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
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