Longan Seedlings

Longan Seedlings

Grow a beautiful tropical fruit tree from fresh seed. Longan produces clusters of sweet, juicy fruit with translucent flesh and a flavour often compared to lychee. Fresh seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this rewarding tree from seed.

Seedling Quantity: 1 seedling
Seed Type: Fresh Longan seeds.
Origin: Southeast Asia.
Growth Habit: Evergreen tree reaching approximately 8–15 metres at maturity.

Germination: Sow fresh seeds immediately, 10–15 mm deep in free-draining mix. Keep warm (22–30°C) and consistently moist. Germination usually occurs within 1–3 weeks.

Fruit: Sweet, juicy translucent flesh surrounding a single glossy black seed.

Flowers: Produces fragrant creamy-yellow flower clusters that attract pollinators.

Fruiting: Typically begins producing fruit within 5–8 years from seed under good growing conditions.

Care: Prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil and regular watering while establishing.

Health Benefits

The fruit is naturally rich in:

• Vitamin C to support the immune system.
• Dietary Fibre for healthy digestion.
• Potassium which supports heart and muscle function.
• Antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
• Naturally sweet, juicy flesh that's delicious eaten fresh or in desserts.