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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
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 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