Lychee is the sole member of the genus Litchi in the soapberry family, Sapindaceae. It is a tropical tree native to the Guangdong and Fujian provinces of southeastern China, where cultivation is documented from the 11th century.

What do lychees symbolize?

It's red colour symoblises happiness and good fortune. According to ancient Chinese culture, the lychee fruit is also a mythological symbol of romance, beauty and good luck. ... Meanwhile, it's red, sweet flesh is also a symbol of luck.

Is it pronounced lychee or lychee?

According to The Cambridge Dictionary, you can pronounce lychee two ways. The British say "lie-chee," while Americans say "lee-chee." Indeed, the British way of pronouncing it sounds quite elegant and sophisticated, like the fruit itself. The American way, though, sounds simpler to remember.