Longan is the more delicate cousin of lychee. They are more significant in Chinese medicine.
Published Mar 20, 2023
Longan's origins can be traced back to southern China, notably the counties of Kwangtung, Kwangsi, Schezwan, and Fuklen.
Longans can grow all the way from the south to the northeastern boundaries of India.
Longans that are ripe and ready are sweet, fresh, and pure, with overtones of flowery nectar.
The nutritive value of 100g of consumable longans contains 60 kcal, 15g Carb, .1g Fat (negligible), 1.3g Protein (3% RDI), 84 mg Vitamin C (140% RDI), and more.
It is used to treat yin and to alleviate sleeplessness, agitation, palpitations, amnesia, excessive perspiration, and panic attacks.