In short: Phooltullah Tea Factory is a black tea producer in the Moulvibazar region of Bangladesh, operated by Phooltullah Tea Factory at an elevation of 14 metres.
Phooltullah Tea Factory is a tea estate in the Moulvibazar region of Bangladesh, situated at an elevation of 14 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Phooltullah Tea Factory and is recorded as producing black tea. No commercial buyers have been publicly documented in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 14 metres elevation, Phooltullah sits in the low-lying plains characteristic of much of Bangladesh's tea-growing belt. Estates at this altitude typically experience a humid subtropical climate with minimal diurnal temperature variation compared to higher-elevation producers. The flatland geography and proximity to watercourses in Moulvibazar district generally contribute to high ambient humidity and reliable monsoon rainfall, conditions that tend to support vigorous vegetative growth throughout much of the year.
Low-elevation estates in this latitude range often contend with high temperatures during the pre-monsoon months, which can accelerate the growing cycle and necessitate frequent plucking rounds. The absence of altitude-induced stress typically yields leaf that is robust and fast-growing, though estates in such settings may see less pronounced aromatic development than their high-grown counterparts. Moulvibazar's alluvial soils generally favour strong, consistent yields.
Tea Produced
Phooltullah produces black tea. Estates in the Moulvibazar lowlands typically yield teas with a full body and malty, sometimes earthy character, reflecting the warm, humid growing conditions and rapid leaf development common at this elevation. Black teas from low-altitude Bangladeshi estates often brew to a dark, coppery liquor with straightforward strength rather than the nuanced brightness found in higher-elevation production. Such teas are generally well suited to blending and to markets that prioritise robustness and colour over delicate aromatics.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Phooltullah Tea Factory lies at 24.5972, 92.1140 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 14 m elevation is the joint 55th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Dilkhusha Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- Kapnapahar Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- Rajki Tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
- Ratna tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
- Sagarnal tea Estate — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Phooltullah Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Phooltullah Tea Factory (14 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Phooltullah Tea Factory recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more than the 2,531 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamidiya Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,447 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kedarpur Tea Factory (Dinarpur cha bagan) | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,358 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou | 218 Ti Yu Chang Road, China | 14 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Talapoya Tea Estate | Cherooty Road, India | 14 m | 3,550 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Sarnia Estate | No.280 Dam St, Sri Lanka | 14 m | 2,828 mm | 29.8 °C |
Phooltullah Tea Factory Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Phooltullah Tea Factory is wetter than 76% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 86% of the others by elevation; cooler than 85% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Phooltullah Tea Factory against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Phooltullah Tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 14 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,869 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Phooltullah Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Phooltullah Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (553 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 20.5 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,869 mm |
| Wettest month | July (553 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Phooltullah Tea Factory located?
Phooltullah Tea Factory is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.5972, 92.1140, at an elevation of about 14 metres.
Who operates Phooltullah Tea Factory?
Phooltullah Tea Factory is operated by Phooltullah Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Phooltullah Tea Factory produce?
Phooltullah Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Phooltullah Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (553 mm).
How does Phooltullah Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Phooltullah Tea Factory recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more rain than the 2,531 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
