Tea
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Botanical Name |
Camellia sinensis |
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Family |
Theaceae |
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Other Names |
Thea sinensis |
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Cultivated in |
China, India, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Indonesia |
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Parts Used |
Leaf buds and young leaves |
|
Actions |
Antioxidant, astringent, diuretic, stimulant |
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Constituents |
Caffeine (1-5%), theophylline, theobromine Polyphenols |