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Which African countries became tea-growing regions during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
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Rows of tea (Camellia sinensis) growing in Japan, with Mount Fuji in the background.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, tea cultivation expanded significantly beyond its traditional Asian origins to include several African regions. The countries and territories in Africa that became tea-growing regions during this period include:
It is important to clarify that the term "African tea" is sometimes used to refer to khat, a stimulant plant, which is distinct from the tea beverage derived from the Camellia sinensis plant.2