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Comparative microstructural analysis of Camellia sinensis leaves across different nodes
KR KHAN, H DAWDA and USHA MUKUNDAN
Abstract:
Tea, esteemed for its therapeutic properties, enjoys widespread consumption worldwide. Derived from the dried leaves of Camellia sinensis, it boasts a rich composition of polyphenols, including flavanols, gallic acid, and catechins, with epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) standing out as the most prevalent catechin. Microscopic analysis reveals that while young leaves exhibit fewer microstructures, older leaves showcase well-developed and diverse formations.
Keywords: Anatomy, Camellia sinensis, Druses, Leaf Node, Microstructures, Tea
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