Varieties of Litchi grown in India

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Litchi is a tropical tree native to South China

China is the largest producer of lychees, followed by Vietnam, India, other countries in Southeast Asia, and South Africa.

– There are different varieties of litchi in India.

– Shahi is one such variety of litchi that are cultivated in Muzaffarpur area of Bihar that matures in the third week of May.

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Shahi

– Swarna Roopa is the first variety of litchi grown in India.

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Swarna Roopa

China is another variety of litchi that is commercially cultivated for table purpose in Muzaffarpur area of Bihar.

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China Litchi

– Kasba are medium-large, heart-shaped lychees with red tubercles on the reddish background at maturity.

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Kasba Litchi

– Elachi is moderately vigorous lychees attaining an average height of 5 to 6 m and spread of 6-7 m and is conical and orange-red in colour.

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Elachi Litchi

– Rose Scented lychees are famous for their distinct rose aroma. It is a mid-season variety that starts ripening in the first week of June.

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Rose Scented lychee