Is litchi a native plant in China?

Litchi originated in China. According to archaeological research, it can be traced back to the Western Zhou Dynasty from 65438 BC to 0059 BC. Litchi first appeared in Guangdong, and then gradually spread to other areas. Widely cultivated in southern China and used as food and medicine. Litchi is known as the "King of Hundred Fruits" in history, and it is one of the fruits with the deepest cultural heritage in China. Litchi cultural heritage has China characteristics and global influence, so it is of great significance to study its protection and development.

/kloc-it was introduced into Myanmar from China at the end of 0/7, and it was introduced into India after 0/00. About 1870, it was introduced to Madagascar and Mauritius, 1873 was introduced to Hawaii by China merchants, 1870- 1880 was introduced to Florida from India, and 1960 was introduced to Florida.

Introduction of litchi distribution range:

Fujian 1

Litchi is produced in Putian, Zhangpu, Longhai, Fuzhou, Minhou and Fuqing in Fujian. Secondly, more than 20 counties and cities such as Zhangzhou, Quanzhou, Xianyou, Nanjing, Nan 'an and Yongchun also have a certain output. The varieties are Justin, Zhuangyuanhong, Zhu Lan, Yuanxiang and Chenzi.

2. Guangxi

Guiping and Lingshan counties have more litchi production in Guangxi, followed by more than 20 counties and cities such as Hengxian, Yulin, Cangwu, Longan, Pingnan, Nanning, Longzhou and Shangsi. The varieties are clove, black leaf, rough, water chestnut and so on.

3. Sichuan

Sichuan litchi is concentrated in several counties in southern Sichuan, and Hejiang is the most talked about. The varieties are Dahongbao, Yongmuye and Green Peel. Hejiang, Sichuan, has a cultivation history of more than 2000 years. As one of the main producing areas of late-maturing litchi in China, the yield of Hejiang litchi accounts for more than 95% of the national listed litchi from mid-July to late August.

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