Longan Tree (Pinnat) – Sweet Tropical Fruit Tree
Bring the sweet flavor of freshly harvested Longan (Dimocarpus longan) to your garden! Locally cherished in Mauritius and often called "Dragon's Eye," this evergreen fruit tree produces clusters of juicy, translucent fruit with a rich, tropical aroma.
🌟 Why Grow Longan in Mauritius?
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Abundant Sweets: Produces heavy yields of delicious, sweet fruit during season.
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Attractive Shade Tree: Grows into a dense, rounded canopy that offers pleasant garden shade.
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Adapted Climate: Thrives naturally in warm, tropical Mauritian weather.
☀️ Care & Growing Guide
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Sunlight: Requires Full Sun (6–8 hours daily) for best fruiting.
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Watering: Water regularly during flowering and fruiting seasons; drought-tolerant once established.
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Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogging.