THE SUMMER FRUIT LITCHI ( LITCHI CHINENSIS )
litchi fruits The delicious ,juicy ,sweet ,very fragrant and highly nutritious litchi fruits are the summer fruits belongs to the family of sapindaceae . This fruit gives coolness to the human body to beat the scorching summer heat . Fresh litchi fruits are available in the market from may to October .This fruits are originated in China and cultivated for more than 4000 years ,now it is cultivated all over the world . It is slow growing ,medium seized ( it may reach 40 to 50 feet height )ever green tree with branches .Litchi fruit is soft and pulpy white or pink in color having lots of nutrients . It is a citrus fruit ,excellent source of vitamin C .very good source of thiamin ,niacin ,folates ,potassium , copper ,phosphorus ,magnesium ,manganese ,protein ,dietary fiber ,proanthocyanidins and poly phenolic compounds . This fruits are using to prepare salads ,juices ,jams ,jellies .sauces and syrups . Regular in take of ...