NILGIRIS tea leaves. Top bud and the two leaves are the ones plucked and used to make tea. NILGIRIS tea - from south india is a delight to drink. Has a mild taste and a woodsy fragrance. If have not tasted one yet - please look for next time you buy tea. Best tea in the world. Try it and you will understand what I am saying. I have a wonderful album in webshots for Nilgiris tea. Please click my URL to get there.