🔬 Botanical Characteristics
Pometia pinnata, commonly known as Fijian Longan, Island Lychee, or Pacific Lychee, is a large tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It belongs to the Sapindaceae family, the same as lychee and longan.
Tree Type: Deciduous to semi-evergreen
Height: Up to 30 meters in the wild
Leaves: Large, glossy, pinnate leaves
Fruit: Small, round fruits with translucent, sweet flesh (similar to longan)
Flowers: Tiny yellowish-white flowers in large panicles
Climate: Tropical to subtropical regions
🌱 Cultivation Guide
Pometia pinnata thrives in warm, humid climates with well-drained soil. It’s ideal for agroforestry, home gardens, or tropical orchards.
Germination Time: 2–4 weeks
Soil: Fertile, loamy, well-draining
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Regular during establishment; drought-tolerant when mature
Spacing: Requires wide spacing due to large mature size
Hardiness Zones: USDA 10–12
🌍 Uses
🥭 Edible Fruit: Juicy, sweet fruit enjoyed fresh; used in juices and desserts
🌳 Agroforestry: Valuable timber and shade tree in tropical reforestation
🌴 Ornamental: Large, lush canopy makes it an attractive landscape tree
🧪 Traditional Medicine: Fruit and bark used in local remedies across SE Asia
🌱 Biodiversity: Supports wildlife and pollinators in tropical ecosystems
 
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