In short: Camellia Tea Co is a black tea estate in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, situated at 17 metres elevation.
Camellia Tea Co is a tea estate located in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh, at an elevation of approximately 17 metres above sea level. The estate produces black tea. The operator of the estate is not recorded in available industry directories, and no information on workforce size has been published.
Terroir & Climate
At 17 metres elevation, Camellia Tea Co occupies low-lying terrain in Sylhet, a region characterised by plains and river valleys in Bangladesh's north-east. Estates at this altitude typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with the monsoon climate delivering heavy rainfall that is essential for tea cultivation. The lack of elevation means there is little diurnal temperature variation, and the growing cycle generally proceeds rapidly during the warmer months.
Low-elevation estates in this part of Bangladesh tend to produce vigorous leaf growth, supported by the flat topography and ample water availability. The warm, moist environment typically encourages faster oxidation during processing, which can influence the character of the finished black tea. Drainage and soil composition at these elevations are often critical factors in managing quality and consistency throughout the season.
Tea Produced
Camellia Tea Co produces black tea. Estates in Sylhet at low elevations generally yield teas with a robust, full-bodied character, often displaying malty or earthy notes. The warm growing conditions typical of this altitude tend to favour bold, brisk liquors rather than the more delicate or floral profiles sometimes associated with higher-elevation gardens. Black teas from this region are frequently used in blends, though specifics of this estate's output and cup profile have not been publicly documented.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Camellia Tea Co lies at 24.3095, 91.7314 in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Its 17 m elevation is the joint 8th highest of 16 estates we map in Sylhet. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Balishira tea Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- Baraoora tea Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- BTRI Examination Green Tea Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- BTRI tea research Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- Dinston tea Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Camellia Tea Co
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Camellia Tea Co (17 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Camellia Tea Co recorded 2,123 mm in 2025, 32% less than the 3,105 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmania Tea Garden | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 17 m | 3,054 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Lackatoorah Tea Factory | Sylhet, Bangladesh | 17 m | 3,920 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Renukanda Tea Estate | B158, Sri Lanka | 17 m | 3,642 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Thundola Tea Estate | B363, Sri Lanka | 17 m | 3,439 mm | 30.1 °C |
Camellia Tea Co Compared with Sylhet
In Sylhet, Camellia Tea Co is the driest of the 16 estates by 2025 rainfall; lower than 67% of the others by elevation; warmer than 67% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Camellia Tea Co against the 15 other estates we map in Sylhet, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Camellia Tea Co | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 17 m | 17 m | 9 to 18 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,123 mm | 3,920 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 30.0 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 20.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Camellia Tea Co (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Camellia Tea Co’s coordinates recorded 2,123 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (492 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,123 mm |
| Wettest month | July (492 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Camellia Tea Co located?
Camellia Tea Co is in Sylhet, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.3095, 91.7314, at an elevation of about 17 metres.
What type of tea does Camellia Tea Co produce?
Camellia Tea Co is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Camellia Tea Co receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,123 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (492 mm).
How does Camellia Tea Co compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Camellia Tea Co recorded 2,123 mm in 2025, 32% less rain than the 3,105 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].