Litchi chinensis

Lychee

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Tropical evergreen tree prized for its sweet red fruit. Dwarf varieties are suitable for indoor care with high light and humidity; otherwise, it thrives outdoors in warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lychee
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Litchi
Species Chinensis
Origin China
Blooming Small creamy-white flowers in clusters during spring.
Leaf Color Dark glossy green, emerging red when young.
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, acidic loam rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil moist during growth; reduce watering during winter dormancy to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires high light intensity; indoors needs south window or grow lights to prevent etiolation

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Fertilization

Balanced NPK monthly in spring/summer; increase potassium before fruiting

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Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and remove dead wood after harvest

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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