Litchi

Litchi Varieties We Export

India is known for producing some of the finest quality litchis in the world. The Litchi exporter in India delivers premium-grade litchis to several international markets. India’s agro-climatic conditions favor the cultivation of diverse litchi varieties, especially from states like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and West Bengal. Below are the major varieties of litchis exported from India:

Shahi —  A leading commercial cultivar from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, Shahi litchis are oval-oblong and conical in shape. Known for heavy bearing, the average yield is about 90–100 kg/tree.

Swarna Roopa —  Developed by CHES, Ranchi, this is the first litchi variety bred in India. It features high T.S.S, is resistant to fruit cracking, and is ideal for cultivation.

China —  Grown mainly in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, the China variety is a semi-dwarf cultivar with medium-to-large fruits. It matures by the third week of May and yields 80–100 kg/tree.

Kasba —  Native to eastern Bihar, Kasba litchis are heart-shaped and ripen in early June. The variety typically yields 80–100 kg/tree.

Elachi —  Moderately vigorous with trees growing 5–6 m tall, this variety produces conical, orange-red fruits suitable for table use. Yields range between 50–60 kg/tree.

Purbi —  Primarily grown for table consumption in eastern Bihar, Purbi fruits are oblong-conical and ripen at the end of May or early June, yielding 90–100 kg/tree.

Early Seedless —  As the name suggests, this is one of the earliest ripening litchi varieties, ideal for table use and processing. Though medium to low yielding (50–60 kg/tree), it bears fruit regularly.

Rose Scented —  A popular mid-season variety from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, known for its unique rose-like aroma. It ripens in early June and yields 80–90 kg/tree.

Bombai —  A major commercial variety from West Bengal, Bombai litchis are large and obliquely heart-shaped. The trees grow vigorously and yield around 80–90 kg/tree.

Calcutta —  A premium late-season variety from North India, Calcutta litchis are large, oblong, and colored Tyrian rose at maturity. They yield 80–100 kg/tree.

Late Seedless —  Adaptable to hotter climates with proper care, this vigorous variety matures late and yields 80–100 kg/tree.

Dehra Dun —  Grown in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, Dehra Dun is a late-season variety with bright rose-pink fruits. Yield: 80–90 kg/tree.

Gulabi —  Known for its profuse and regular bearing, Gulabi litchis are cultivated across North India. A late ripening variety (late June), it yields 90–100 kg/tree with medium-sized fruits.