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What is Longan

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Longan (Dimocarpus longan). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Longan?

Longan (Dimocarpus longan), a member of the Sapindaceae family, is native to a wide range of Southeast Asian countries, including Andaman Islands, Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China South-Central, China Southeast, East Himalaya, Hainan, Laos, Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, Nicobar Isla… Longan (Latin: Dimocarpus longan, family Sapindaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Longan safe to eat?

Longan is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.

Where does Longan grow?

Longan is a member of the Sapindaceae family native to AND, ASS, BAN, BOR, CBD, and CHC. Longan thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).

Can I grow Longan at home?

Longan grows best in USDA zone 8-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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