NATS 1565 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Hemileia Vastatrix, Maghrebi Mint Tea, Camellia Sinensis
18 Jul 2018
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Possible that the behaviourof grazing goats caused interest in the effects of consuming the seeds. 13thcentury yemen seeds within the berries were first roasted, ground, and taken as a drink. Venetian traders brought coffee to europe in 1615. Dutch brought plant to sri lanka, and java, indonesia, in 17thcentury. Plant taken to amsterdam botanical garden in 1706. Portuguese took seeds from guiana to brazil (currently the leading producer) Coffee is traditionally grown in shade, preserving bird habitats and other plants and animals. Recent sun tolerant varieties emerged due to coffee rust and higher yields. Uses green revolution techniques : mechanization, fertilizers and pesticides. Bird friendly coffee brands use beans from shade productiontea is camellia sinensis. China accidental discovery in 3rd millennium bce. Tropical and subtropical climates does well at high elevations. Terminal bud and top 2 leaves of the branch are valued: smaller leaves orange pekoe, black tea withered and rolled releasing enzymes.
