Used primarily for blending by tobacco companies. Known for its excellent absorption properties and distinctive flavor profile.

Crop Stages

Seed Sowing:
January
Transplantation:
April
Marketing:
August - September

Leaf Color

Brown to Dark Brown

Chemical Composition

Nicotine:
1.5 - 2.5%
Reducing Sugars:
3.5 - 5%

Season

March to October

Color

Light Brown to Brown

Nicotine

1.2 - 2%

Sugar

3 - 6%
Flue Cured Virginia (FCV)
Dark Air Cured Virginia Tobacco (DAC)