Lychee 'Mauritius' (Litchi chinensis)

Reliable, Heavy-Bearing Lychee with Tropical Sweetness and Red Skin

Mauritius Lychee is one of the most popular and reliable lychee cultivars for both home gardeners and commercial orchards. It produces large clusters of bright red fruit with translucent, juicy, sweet flesh and a slightly floral aroma. Slightly more tart than Sweetheart, the Mauritius variety offers balanced tropical flavor, incredible productivity, and early harvests.

Mauritius Lychee is especially valued for its early fruiting, typically ripening weeks ahead of other varieties, which makes it a favorite among growers. The tree is vigorous and upright, with beautiful shiny green leaves and bronze-colored new growth. It's also more cold-tolerant than some other cultivars, making it one of the best lychees for Florida and Zone 9B growers.

This air-layered tree can begin fruiting in just a few years and thrives in full sun, well-draining soil, and warm, humid conditions. Whether you're building a food forest or dreaming of your own tropical orchard, Mauritius is a proven, productive, and delicious lychee to grow.