Lychee is a tropical fruit that is native to southern China, but it is also grown in many other parts of the world, including Australia. In Australia, lychee is grown in the tropical and subtropical regions of the country, including Queensland and the Northern Territory. The fruit is small and round, with a rough, red or pink exterior and a white, sweet, and plenty of juicy flesh inside including small seed. It is high in vitamin C and has a unique, sweet flavor that is often described as a combination of grape and strawberry. Lychee is commonly eaten fresh, but it is also used in a variety of dishes, such as ice cream, smoothies, and cocktails. It is also sometimes preserved in syrup or dried for long-term storage. Harvesting time usually around Nov-December.
Imported from Australia.
