Scientific classification
- Scientific Name: Dimocarpus longganaLour
- English Name: Longan,euphoria longan,lungan,Dragon Eye
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Genus: Dimocarpus
- Type: Evergreen Trees
- Country Of Origin: China
The longan is an evergreen tree in the family of Sapindaceae. It is a subtropical tree and native to China. The longan tree is high and its fruit is ball-shaped with a black seed. It is lustrous with thin shell and fleshy fruit. It is juicy and tastes sweet.
The longan has abundant nutrients including glucose, sucrose, Vitamin A and B as well as high contents of protein, fat and various minerals. The fruits can be made into canned products in addition to fresh eating.
Uses: