BT -16
Tea Variety: BT- 16
Main Features of the Variety
| Developed by | Bangladesh Tea Research Institute, Bangladesh |
| Method of development/origin | Old seed section of Shumshernugger Tea Estate |
| Year of release | 2003 |
| Main characteristics | Leaf size large and broad, light green, compactable, thick pinkish shoots. |
| Planting season and time | Planting season: Early monsoon |
| Field duration | 60 to 100 years of age |
| Yield(t/ha) | Leaf yield 3.6 |
| Resistance/tolerance | Highly tolerant to drought. |
| Quality of the product | Above average, coloury, bright and brisky liquor with good strength |