Fruits

Litchi

(gz.gov.com)
Updated: 2010-11-08 16:31

Dubbed the "king of fruits" litchi is a valuable subtropical fruit and is one of the top four fruits in the Lingnan area. In dynastic periods the litchi was a tribute to the imperial court. The fruit has a characteristic shape featuring a skin with a bright red color, and a sweet, translucent white flesh. At present, there are more than 100 varieties of litchi in China over 60 of which can be found in Guangzhou, with the Guiwei and Nuomici being the most palatable.