Lychee
Litchi chinensis
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A tropical evergreen fruit tree native to Southeast Asia, producing clusters of bumpy red or pink fruits with sweet, translucent white flesh. Lychees are excellent permaculture additions in warm climates, providing food, ornamental value, and seasonal interest.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southern China and Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Brewster' and 'Mauritius' are among the most widely cultivated varieties, known for reliable production, larger fruit size, and good flavor in subtropical regions.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A tropical evergreen fruit tree native to Southeast Asia, producing clusters of bumpy red or pink fruits with sweet, translucent white flesh. Lychees are excellent permaculture additions in warm climates, providing food, ornamental value, and seasonal interest.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Lychee grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southern China and Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Brewster' and 'Mauritius' are among the most widely cultivated varieties, known for reliable production, larger fruit size, and good flavor in subtropical regions.