Nephelium Litchi (Noun)
Meaning
Chinese tree cultivated especially in Philippines and India for its edible fruit; sometimes placed in genus Nephelium.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The nephelium litchi tree is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its sweet and nutritious fruit.
- In the Philippines, nephelium litchi is considered a delicacy and is often eaten fresh or used in local desserts.
- Nephelium litchi trees are commonly found in Indian gardens and are prized for their shade and delicious fruit.
- The nephelium litchi fruit has a rough, leathery skin that is usually pink or red when ripe.
- Nephelium litchi is a popular ingredient in many Asian desserts and is often paired with other fruits like rambutan and longan.