English: Oolong Tea
Latin: Camellia sinensis (semi-fermented)
Ayurvedic (parallel): Stimulant leaf like coffee/green tea
Benefits: Antioxidant, metabolic stimulant.
Healing Uses: Fatigue, sluggish metabolism, mild obesity.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↑, Pitta ↑, Kapha ↓.
Preparation: Infusion (2–3 min steep).
Flavor (Rasa): Bitter, astringent, slightly sweet.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Pungent.