Bombay litchi

Description

The lychee tree is popular for the sweet fruit it produces. The lychee tree is of medium height slow growing tree with a dense round top and can reach 35 – 40 feet in height. The major litchi producing countries of the world are China, India, Vietnam, Thailand, Bangladesh, South Africa and Nepal. It has adapted well to the climate in Eastern India, i.e. Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh.

Appearance – Thin leathery skin

Fruit shape – Oval or nearly round

Colour – Red or pink

Flesh colour – White to cream-coloured

Flesh taste – Sweet, acid, juicy, soft but crisp

Uses – Fruit salad

Health benefits – Relieves neuralgic pain