In short: Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is a tea estate in Yunnan Province, China, operated by Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd., situated at an elevation of 1,718 metres.
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is a tea estate located in Yunnan Province, China, at an elevation of 1,718 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd. and produces green, oolong, and black teas. No buyer relationships are currently recorded in public supply-chain data for this estate.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,718 metres, the estate sits within the mid-to-high elevation band typical of premium tea cultivation in Yunnan Province. Estates at this altitude in the region generally experience cooler ambient temperatures and greater diurnal variation than lowland plantations, conditions that tend to slow leaf growth and can contribute to the development of more complex biochemical profiles in the fresh leaf. The latitude of approximately 23°N places the estate within the subtropical zone, where the monsoon climate typically delivers distinct wet and dry seasons.
Yunnan's topography and elevation ranges often create microclimates that vary considerably over short distances, and estates near 1,700 metres commonly benefit from morning mist and moderate sunshine. These conditions tend to favour the synthesis of polyphenols and amino acids in the leaf, compounds associated with both briskness and umami character in the finished tea. Soil types in Yunnan's tea regions are typically acidic and well-drained, though specific soil composition at this estate has not been documented.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas, indicating a diversified processing capability. Yunnan green teas from mid-elevation estates often exhibit a balance of vegetal freshness and a slight sweetness, sometimes with a softer astringency than greens from lower, warmer sites. Oolong production in Yunnan typically yields teas with floral or fruity notes, and the processing flexibility required suggests some degree of technical investment. Black teas from this region are frequently characterised by malty, sweet, or honeyed notes, though the precise cup profile depends heavily on cultivar, processing detail, and seasonal variation—none of which are documented for this estate.
Operator
The estate is operated by Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd., a company that also operates at least one other estate recorded in the directory. The presence of multiple estates under common management may indicate coordinated sourcing, blending, or branding strategies, though the scale and structure of the operator's holdings are not publicly detailed.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong lies at 23.2269, 99.5941 in Yunnan Province, China. Its 1718 m elevation is the 4th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd.Mangbai — 36 km away
- Southtee Handel — 57 km away · Ximeng
- Yixian Qingye Tea Farm Co. Ltd - Refining and primary processing — 100 km away · Menglian County
- Hubei Wuhan Jiarun Huiming Tea Co., Ltd. — 109 km away · Yongde County
- Hunan Yiqingyuan Everspring Tea Co., Ltd. — 147 km away · Pu'Er City
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong (1,718 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong recorded 2,028 mm in 2025, 18% more than the 1,715 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SITOI (Sitoi Factory) | P.O. Box Lantana Rd, Kenya | 1,713 m | 792 mm | 24.8 °C |
| Bannockburn Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 1,724 m | 2,294 mm | 19.3 °C |
| Gumaro | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 1,725 m | 1,663 mm | 25.0 °C |
| Rukuriri Tea Factory | RUKURIRI TEA FACTORY, Kenya | 1,711 m | 1,029 mm | 21.4 °C |
| High Forest Tea Estate | Dudley Senanayake Mawatha, Sri Lanka | 1,744 m | 2,796 mm | 20.4 °C |
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong Compared with China
In China, Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is wetter than 93% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 95% of the others by elevation; cooler than 83% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,718 m | 137 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,028 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 21.8 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.2 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong’s coordinates recorded 2,028 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (423 mm) and the driest was December (4 mm). Daytime highs averaged 21.8 °C and overnight lows 13.2 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,028 mm |
| Wettest month | July (423 mm) |
| Driest month | December (4 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 21.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong located?
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is in Yunnan Province, China, at coordinates 23.2269, 99.5941, at an elevation of about 1718 metres.
Who operates Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong?
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is operated by Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong produce?
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
How much rain does Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,028 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (423 mm).
How does Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Green Fountain Yunnan Tea Co., Ltd- Lailong recorded 2,028 mm in 2025, 18% more rain than the 1,715 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].