Tea Plant of Assam
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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.
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