I am a tropical fruit tree producing sweet translucent fruits called Dragon’s Eye.

Native to Southeast Asia and China; Diamond River is a grafted/air-layered variety for early fruiting.

Water weekly; drip irrigation preferred.

Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily).

Thrives in 25–35°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in sandy-loam soil; spacing 6–8 meters apart; trellis support optional.

Apply compost and NPK 8:10:10 every 2–3 months; supplement with potassium for sweetness.

Botanical name: Dimocarpus longan; Cultivar: Diamond River; Family: Sapindaceae.

Fruits are safe; seeds not edible.

Moderate; dense canopy reduces dust.

Fruits rich in vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants; eaten fresh, in sorbets, smoothies, and jellies.

Susceptible to fruit borer, anthracnose, and root rot; prune for airflow and monitor regularly.

Can live 30–40 years; grafted plants fruit in 2–3 years; peak yield from year 8 onward.