Young Tea Leaves and Bud, Camellia Sinensis Plant
This photo shows a closeup of the new leaves and bud of a rapidly-growing Camellia sinensis plant. It is the buds and new leaves which are used for most tea production; the typical grade of tea, orange pekoe, consists of two leaves and a bud. Tippy teas contain a higher portion of bud, and tend to be more expensive.
This image is featured in our article on Caffeine Content of Tea.
