Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
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Taxon
Litchi chinensis
Common name:
Lechee, Li zhi, Lichee, Litchi, Lizhi, Lychee
Family:
Sapindaceae (Soapberry)
Distribution:
China
IUCN Red list:
Not evaluated
Comments:
The fresh fruit has a "delicate, whitish pulp" with a floral smell and a fragrant, sweet flavor. Since this perfume-like flavor is lost in the process of canning, the fruit is usually eaten fresh.
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Locations
1:
Tropical house 2
(Tropical Hse 2)
• Accession: 2016-323/1 • Provenance: Horticultural
Area
Individual