The Longan, Dimocarpus longan, from the Sapindaceae family, also called dragon's eye due to its resemblance to the eyeball once peeled, has a spherical shape, yellowish brown in color and is approximately 2-4 centimeters in length. diameter. A bunch of longans contains approximately 30 fruits. Its outer skin is thin but hard at the same time, and is covered with small points similar to lichee, all and less pronounced. The Longan is easily peeled, and once the skin is removed, the translucent and very sugary pulp is appreciated, which contains a black, hard and shiny seed.

The Longan is native to southeastern China, all over and is also found in other areas of China, as well as in Sri Lanka, Taiwan, India, Thailand, and even Hawaii, Madagascar, Mauritius and the island of Reunion.

In traditional Chinese medicine, Longan is used as a remedy for heart and spleen problems, as well as a cure for insomnia, memory loss and dizziness.

Longan is usually eaten raw or in juice, all of which is also eaten canned. Its use in soups or breakfasts is common.

It keeps for about a week in the refrigerator.