Litchi
Litchi, also known as litchi chinensis, is a fruit tree native to China, where it has been cultivated for over 2,000 years. It belongs to the Sapindacaceae family, and can reach heights of 10-20 metres. Its foliage is evergreen, with shiny dark green leaves and clusters of small, fragrant white or yellow flowers.Litchi fruit are small, oval, bright red balls with a rough skin and juicy, sweet pulp. They contain a hard stone, which should not be eaten. The flesh of the lychee is very fragrant, with both sweet and tart flavours, making it a popular fruit in many countries.The lychee is widely used in cooking, in both sweet and savoury dishes. It can be enjoyed on its own, in fruit salads, sorbets, jams, syrups and cocktails. It is also used in China to flavour green tea. The nutritional benefits of the lychee are numerous: it is rich in vitamin…
