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Longan Varietals


Below is a list of all known varietals for Longan. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.


Varietal Name Description Soil Texture pH Range Organic Matter Salinity Level Hardiness Zone Humidity Water (in/wk)
Biew Kiew A Thai variety with large fruit of superior quality and a smaller seed. It is well-suited to regions with cool winters. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 10A High 1 - 2
Chuliang A native Chinese cultivar with very large fruit, thick flesh, and a sweet, fragrant flavor. It is a high and stable-yielding variety. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 10A High 1 - 2
Diamond River A Thai cultivar that is known to fruit every year and produce a sizeable late-season crop. Its fruit quality is considered fair to good. Sandy Loam 6.1 - 6.5 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 10A High 1 - 2
Diamond River A common variety from Thailand with a crisp texture.
Fuyan An important Chinese cultivar with large fruit, thin skin, and a small seed. It is best used for canning due to its low sweetness. Sandy Loam 6.1 - 6.5 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 1B High 1 - 2
Kohala A popular variety in Florida and Hawaii, known for its large, sweet fruit.
Kohala (Longan) The most widely planted longan cultivar in Florida and California, known for its consistent production of large, sweet fruit. It has a small seed and matures early. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 10A High 1 - 2
Shixia A popular Chinese cultivar with a history of about 140 years. It has small fruit with a crisp, thick, and sweet flesh, and is considered one of the best for fresh eating. Sandy Loam 6.1 - 6.5 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 1B High 1 - 2