No, all tea is not black tea.
While all varieties of tea, including black tea, are made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, black tea is just one of several types of tea. There are actually six primary categories.
Here's a breakdown of the different types of tea:
| Type of Tea | Source Plant |
|---|---|
| Black Tea | Camellia sinensis |
| Green Tea | Camellia sinensis |
| Oolong Tea | Camellia sinensis |
| White Tea | Camellia sinensis |
| Pu-erh Tea | Camellia sinensis |
| Dark Tea | Camellia sinensis |
So, while all these teas originate from the same plant (Camellia sinensis), the processing methods used to create them differ, resulting in distinct flavors, aromas, and characteristics.
