Dimocarpus longan

Dimocarpus longan

Dimocarpus longan is a perennial fruit tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

It typically reaches 8 to 15 meters in height.

It is characterized by a dense crown and long lifespan – with proper care, it can bear fruit for decades.

The fruits are spherical in shape, have thin, yellow-brown or dirty-yellow skin, and grow in clusters.

The flesh is translucent, glassy, ​​and has a gelatinous consistency. Inside is a single, dark, shiny seed, visible through the light flesh.

Dimocarpus longan grows best in fertile, well-drained soil.

It prefers a sunny location.