The Origin of the Tea Plant
The tea plant, scientifically named Camellia Sinensis (L. O. Kuntze, is a perennial evergreen woody plant belonging to the family Theaceae. Its origins trace back to the Cretaceous period, around 100 million years ago. Humans first discovered and used wild tea leaves for medicinal purposes, with hi...
Tea News · Jan 30, 2026
Where is the Origin of Dianhong
Dianhong, a renowned Chinese black tea, originates from Yunnan Province, specifically from over 20 counties across six prefectures along the Lancang River basin. These include Lincang, Baoshan, Simao, Xishuangbanna, Dehong, and Honghe. Dianhong is primarily categorized into two types: Dianhong Gongf...
Tea News · Dec 27, 2025
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