Tea should be stored away from stong smells which it will absorb. Puer should be stored where there is air circulation (not in a draught) and with a relatively high humidity (60-80%). Higher humidity helps the ageing process, but if too wet there is a risk of mold. Tea should be kept away from direct sunlight, but it is acceptable to air it which can help remove odours.

Puer should be stored at a moderate temperature; too high will risk the tea maturing poorly but too low a temperature will slow down the ageing process.  Keeping Puer tea in earthenware jars is a good way to help stabilise storage conditions. See here for a small selection of Dai, handmade earthenware jars