Longan from Zhangxi

Longan from Zhangxi

　　The longan grown in Zhangxi comes in a wide variety of types. The main cultivars include high-quality and rare varieties such as Caopu, Shixia, and Fuyan, which have formed contiguous orchard bases spread across villages throughout the town, covering an area of up to 3,000 mu. Clusters of green orchards present a picturesque sight. Especially in management areas such as Liucupu, Longguang, Xikeng, Liehuo, and Xinmin, the yield is abundant and the quality is excellent, with unique flavors. They are mainly divided into two categories: Shuimi (juicy honey) and Shami (sandy honey). The characteristics of Shuimi longan are: round spherical fruit, exceptionally large, with an average weight of 17 grams per fruit; the flesh is white, soft, crystal-clear, smooth, and slightly chewy; juicy, with juice flowing out when peeled, mildly sweet with a honey-like flavor, and 70% edible; the peel is yellowish-brown, similar to Fuyan or Wuyuan. Shami longan includes varieties such as Caopu and Shixia. The fresh fruit is characterized by its large size, flat and slightly oblong shape, yellowish-brown skin that is easy to peel, thick flesh, small seed, crisp texture, and a clean, sweet taste with high sugar content.