Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Anti depressant, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healthy mucus membrane, prevents oral cavity cancer, Prevents anemia, Prevents cases of morning sickness, Prevents lung cancer, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of colonic diseases
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
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Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Mouth irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Mid to late summer
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew
Seedless Variety
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Color
Yellow
Rusty brown
Inside Color
White
Yellowish brown
Shape
Pear
Round
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweetish
Origin
China, Japan
Mexico
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7.55-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Sunny, Warm, Without frosts
Facts about
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
- Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
- Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.
In Alcoholic Beverages
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
China
Thailand
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam
Top Importer
Europe
China
Top Exporter
China
Thailand