LICI

Lici is a term that may refer to the lychee fruit when transliterated from various Asian languages. The fruit belongs to the Sapindaceae family and is scientifically known as Litchi chinensis. It is native to the Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Fujian and has been cultivated in subtropical climates across Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia.

The fruit is a small drupe about 4-5 cm long with a rough, pinkish-red rind that peels away to reveal juicy, translucent flesh surrounding a single seed. The flesh is sweet, slightly floral, and highly aromatic, and is typically eaten fresh. It is also used in desserts, beverages, and canned products.

Nutritionally, lychee provides vitamin C, some B vitamins, potassium, and dietary fiber, while being low in fat. It is commonly available in fresh form when in season, and can be found in canned or dried forms year-round.

In addition to its fruit, the term lici may appear as a surname or place name in various cultural contexts. The more common spellings for the fruit are litchi and lychee.