Green tea's actions are considered to be anti-viral, antioxidant, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, stomachic, analgesic, astringent, caridiotonic, digestive, nervine, and carminative. Spiritual Uses of Green Tea Green Tea is used in prosperity rituals, and to honor various deities around the world. The leaves are burned to ensure future prosperity and are included in talismans to give courage and strength to the one who carries it. Growing Green Tea Camellia sinensis is grown in various temperate climates around the world, so check with your local county extension service to see if a species will grow in your area. Tea plants are native to Southeast Asia, and have been planted widely in tropical and subtropical areas.
Some species can tolerate light frost.
Camellia sinensis is a small evergreen tree with a strong taproot, growing to around 6 to 8 feet tall, most often pruned back to shrubs in tea cultivation. Seedlings are usually shaded until they are 6 to 12 months old. They can typically tolerate varying moisture conditions, including drought. The leaves are hand-picked at harvest, and then are steamed and heated to dry the natural sap and prevent oxidation for green teas.