Tea Plant of Assam
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.
The tea plant of Assam (Camellia sinensis var. assamica) is world-famous for producing strong, bold, and malty-flavored tea. Assam is the largest tea-producing region in India, contributing significantly to the global tea industry. The unique climate and fertile plains of the Brahmaputra Valley make Assam tea distinct in taste and quality.
Tea Plant of Assam – The Heart of India’s Tea Industry
The tea plant of Assam (Camellia sinensis var. assamica) is world-famous for producing strong, bold, and malty-flavored tea. Assam is the largest tea-producing region in India, contributing significantly to the global tea industry. The unique climate and fertile plains of the Brahmaputra Valley make Assam tea distinct in taste and quality.
Features of Assam Tea Plant
✅ Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis var. assamica
✅ Leaf Type: Broad, dark green, and glossy leaves
✅ Flavor Profile: Strong, brisk, malty, and full-bodied
✅ Ideal Climate: Warm and humid, with heavy rainfall and rich loamy soil
✅ Harvest Seasons: First Flush (March-April) & Second Flush (May-June, prized for golden-tipped leaves)
Why Assam Tea is Unique?
- Grown at low elevations (90-120m), unlike Darjeeling tea, which thrives in high altitudes.
- Receives abundant rainfall and humidity, creating the perfect conditions for rapid growth.
- Second Flush Assam tea produces the famous “tippy golden flowery orange pekoe (TGFOP)”, known for its rich taste.
Types of Assam Tea
🍵 Black Tea: The most famous variety, enjoyed plain or with milk.
🍵 Green Tea: Less oxidized, offering a fresh and slightly astringent taste.
🍵 White Tea: Made from tender buds, delicate in flavor and high in antioxidants.
🍵 CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl) Tea: Popular for strong, quick-brewing chai.
Economic & Cultural Importance
🌱 Assam has over 800 tea estates and thousands of small tea growers.
🌱 The tea industry provides employment to millions of people in Assam.
🌱 Assam Tea is exported globally and plays a major role in India’s economy.
🌱 The Assam Tea Festival is celebrated annually in Jorhat, showcasing Assam’s rich tea heritage.
Vendor Information
- No ratings found yet!
-
Elephant Apple 1kg Original price was: ₹350.00.₹180.00Current price is: ₹180.00.
The elephant apple, also known as Ou Tenga in Assamese, is a large, knobby fruit that is a staple of Assamese cuisine. It’s a key ingredient in fish curries and is also used to make pickles.
99 in stock
-
Dehnal Oud 2grams Original price was: ₹7,999.00.₹3,999.00Current price is: ₹3,999.00.
-
Akhoi 100 grams Original price was: ₹350.00.₹180.00Current price is: ₹180.00.
Akhoi is Jalpan (Snacks) in Assamese made from rice. It is a light snack which has a low fat content an which is consumed during breakfast or in the evening. Akhoi is a traditional variety of puffed rice widely consumed in Assam. Made by roasting rice grains (often Bora Saul or other local varieties), Akhoi is a light, crispy, and easily digestible food that has been an integral part of Assamese cuisine for centuries. It is commonly enjoyed during Magh Bihu (Bhogali Bihu) and other festivals, as well as in daily meals as a snack or breakfast item.
-
Homemade Bamboo Shoot Pickle (Khorisa Achar) – 200g Original price was: ₹360.00.₹199.00Current price is: ₹199.00.
-
Dry Thekera Tenga
Dry Thekera Tenga** (*Garcinia pedunculata*), commonly known as *Thekera* in Assam, is a traditional dried fruit widely used in Assamese cuisine. It is known for its sour taste and is often added to dishes to enhance flavor. Thekera is closely related to kokum and is a key ingredient in many Assamese homes, especially during the off-season when fresh thekera is unavailable.
Out of stock
-
Ow Tenga Achar (Pack of 5) Original price was: ₹200.00.₹190.00Current price is: ₹190.00.
Ow Tenga Achar with Bhut Jolokia, Mustad Seeds, Mustard Oil & Spices.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.