Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
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 oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
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Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Mouth irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Summer
Mid to late summer
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew
Seedless Variety
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Color
Red
Rusty brown
Inside Color
Red
Yellowish brown
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Sweetish
Origin
Europe
Mexico
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-75-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Cold
Sunny, Warm, Without frosts
Facts about
- The albino version of red currants known as white currants, are often sold as different fruit.
- Red currant tea is healthy substitute for coffee.
- There are more than 150 varieties of red currants.
- 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
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
Russia
Thailand
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam
Top Importer
Germany
China
Top Exporter
Russia
Thailand