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 |