Camellia sinensis
tea plant
Description
Camellia sinensis, commonly known as the tea plant, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to East Asia. It is cultivated for its leaves, which are used to produce tea. The plant produces fragrant white or pale pink flowers, followed by small, inconspicuous seeds. Tea plants thrive in well-drained, acidic soil and require a humid climate with moderate sunlight. Regular pruning of the tea plants is important to maintain their shape and encourage new growth. The leaves are harvested at different times and are processed using various methods, resulting in different types of tea. It is considered an important economic crop in many regions.
Description
Camellia sinensis, commonly known as the tea plant, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to East Asia. It is cultivated for its leaves, which are used to produce tea. The plant produces fragrant white or pale pink flowers, followed by small, inconspicuous seeds. Tea plants thrive in well-drained, acidic soil and require a humid climate with moderate sunlight. Regular pruning of the tea plants is important to maintain their shape and encourage new growth. The leaves are harvested at different times and are processed using various methods, resulting in different types of tea. It is considered an important economic crop in many regions.