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Langsat
Lansium domesticum
Small, 1-2" yellow-brown skinned fruit bearing a passing resemblance to the longan. Fruits have a mild acidic grapefruit-like flavor and are tasty in their own right. The flesh is firm but juicy, and translucent white in color.
Seed Availability
Seeds are now available at our seed store.
Description
Medium sized, ultra-tropical tree from 30-50ft.
Hardiness
It cannot tolerate any cold and will defoliate at temperatures below 40F.
Growing Environment
It grows best in humid conditions with plentiful water year-round. It is not adapted to climates with long dry seasons.
Propagation
By seed, and by grafting. Seeds remain viable for 7-10 days. Seedling trees take 10-20 years to fruit.
Uses
Fruits are generally eaten fresh.
Native Range
Native to Malaysia and the Philippines. The langsat is cultivated throughout Southeast Asia and is grown commercially.
Related Species
Meliaceae | |||
Azadirachta indica Neem |
Lansium domesticum Langsat | ||
Sandoricum borneensis Sandoricum borneensis |
Sandoricum koetjape Santol | ||
Swietenia mahogani Mahogany |