Definition
Longan (Euphoria langana): Related to the lichi nut, the fruit is spherical and varies from 3/4" to 1 - 1/2" in diameter. It has a thin leather light brown skin that can easily be peeled off the fruit. The edible part is a whitish, somewhat translucent gelatinous aril which surrounds a shiny dark brown seed. The flavor is sweet and pleasant. It tastes similar to a grape. When refrigerated the fruit taste very refreshing. It is high in vitamin C and Potassium. Picking season is late August.
