Longan are small (2-3cm), spherical fruit with a light brown colouration. They grow on long stems in bunches on large trees. The trees are very sensitive to frost and grow best in moist tropical zones on sandy soils.
Longan fruit contains rich amount of Vitamin C that is equal to 80% of daily requirement. It also contains minerals like iron, phosphorus, magnesium and potassium. It is also rich in Vitamin A and essential in anti-oxidants.
Longan: is planted throughout the country most in the northern provinces of Hung Yen, Bac Giang, Hai Phong and some provinces in the southwest as Tien Giang, Dong Thap, Vinh Long. The Longan season is mainly from September to May
Transport condition: 15-20oC
Storage conditions: Optimum storage condition is 5oC, humidity 85 - 90%
Below are 10 Health benifits of longan fruit
1. Treats nerve problems
2. Improve Wound Healing
3. Prevents Anemia
4. Boots energy levels
6. Low in calories
7. Rich in Vitamin C
8. Improve Skin Health
9. Treats snakes bites
10. Reduce sweating.
Longan are often compared to lychee and rambutan as there are similarities between the three, especially in the type of flesh: lychee is usually deemed to have the best flavour.
The sweet and juicy pulp is the part you eat. Its flavor is often compared to its relative, the lychee. Both are members of the soapberry family. Others compare its taste to the honeydew melon.