Litchi , Litchi chinensis Sonn, Family: Spindaceae
The lychee (Litchi chinensis) is a tropical and subtropical fruit tree native to the Guangdong and Fujian provinces of China. It was introduced in to India in 17th Century. India ranks second in the world next to China in litchi production. Most area falls in north Bihar comprising Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Samastipur, Begusarai, east and west Champaran and Bhagalpur districts. It has further spread over a large area in UP, Punjab and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. Important varieties of Litchi grown in India are: Early Bedana, Rose Scented, Shahi, kasba, Purbi and Late Bedana. Litchi is famous for its excellent quality, pleasant favour, juicy pulp with attractive red color.
Litchi , Litchi chinensis Sonn, Family: Spindaceae
The lychee (Litchi chinensis) is a tropical and subtropical fruit tree native to the Guangdong and Fujian provinces of China. It was introduced in to India in 17th Century. India ranks second in the world next to China in litchi production. Most area falls in north Bihar comprising Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Samastipur, Begusarai, east and west Champaran and Bhagalpur districts. It has further spread over a large area in UP, Punjab and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. Important varieties of Litchi grown in India are: Early Bedana, Rose Scented, Shahi, kasba, Purbi and Late Bedana. Litchi is famous for its excellent quality, pleasant favour, juicy pulp with attractive red color.