Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
longan
ID:
648455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 233 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647787

Common Names

  • Dimocarpus longan
  • Longan Dimocarpus
  • Longan Dimocarpus Bush

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Synonyms

  • Nephelium benghalense G.Don [unknown]
  • Nephelium longana Cambess. [unknown]
  • Nephelium leichhardtii F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Nephelium echinulatum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Nephelium pupillum Wight [unknown]
  • Scytalia longan Roxb. [unknown]
  • Scytalia benghalensis Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Sapindus undulatus Wall. ex Voigt [unknown]
  • Sapindus benghalensis Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Scytalia verruculosa Stokes [unknown]
  • Arytera leichhardtii hebepetala (Benth.) Radlk. [unknown]
  • Dimocarpus pupilla Moon [unknown]
  • Dimocarpus undulatus Wight ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Euphoria echinulata Radlk. [unknown]
  • Euphoria leichhardtii Benth. [unknown]
  • Euphoria leichhardtii hebepetala Benth. [unknown]
  • Euphoria longan (Lour.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Euphoria longana Lam. [unknown]
  • Euphoria undulata Herb.Heyne ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Euphoria verruculosa Salisb. [unknown]
  • Nephelium longan (Lour.) Hook. [unknown]

Description

Dimocarpus longan (also called 'Longan', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has a dense, spreading crown and grows up to 10 metres tall. Its leaves are glossy green, and its fruits are small, round and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Dimocarpus longan is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fruits are also used to make jams, jellies, and other preserves.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dimocarpus longan sub. malesianus Leenh.
Dimocarpus longan var. obtusus (Pierre) Leenh.
Dimocarpus longan var. echinatus Leenh.
Dimocarpus longan var. longetiolatus Leenh.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimocarpus longan is white, with a yellow center, and is about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimocarpus longan is a small, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dimocarpus longan

Dimocarpus longan can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Dimocarpus longan FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimocarpus longan?

Dimocarpus longan

What is the common name of Dimocarpus longan?

Longan

What is the natural habitat of Dimocarpus longan?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References