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Alternate English names: semi-oxidized tea

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Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Theae sinensis L. [= Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Ktze]. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Thea sinensis L. [= Camellia sinensis O. Ktze.]

Use: Alimentary

Notes: This is tea that has undergone a partial process of withering and oxidation process. This class notably includes Oolung (乌龙 wū lóng), literally black dragon.

See: Chá yè (茶叶 Theae Folium, tea [leaf])

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