Which classification do small-leaf tea varieties belong to?

Small-leaf tea varieties are classified under Orange Pekoe. This classification pertains specifically to the grade of black tea based on the size of the leaves. The term "Pekoe" originally referred to the downy hairs found on young tea buds, and "Orange Pekoe" typically indicates a higher quality tea made from the top two leaves and the bud of the tea plant. Small-leaf varieties, often found in certain regions and types of black teas, fall into this category because they result from how the tea leaves are processed and graded.

The other classifications mentioned are associated with different types of teas or herbal infusions, thus not directly relevant to small-leaf tea varieties. Darjeeling refers to tea from a specific region in India, which can include various grades that are not confined to small-leaf varieties. Green tea is another category that refers to a different processing method, where the oxidation of leaves is stopped early, and does not apply to small-leaf black teas specifically. Chamomile, on the other hand, is not a tea derived from the Camellia sinensis plant, but rather an herbal infusion made from the flowers of the chamomile plant, making it unrelated to typical tea classifications.