The rough, red leathery skin of the lychee fruit contrasts with the white, creamy fruit inside. Originating in China, lychee (sometimes spelled litchi) is a tropical fruit known for its sweet and fragrant flavor. Lychees are typically enjoyed fresh; remove a bit of the skin and then squeeze the aril — the fleshy part around the seed — into your mouth. However, they can also be found dried or in recipes, especially ice cream and desserts. If you can get your hands on some fresh lychees (they're in season in May and June in the northern hemisphere), you will probably be delighted by the taste and texture (it's somewhat like a grape). According to Lychees Online, 91 percent of people who try properly ripened and harvested lychee fruit find the experience excellent 1 In China, where lychees are especially popular, the fruit, which can be round, oval or heart-shaped, is considered a symbol of romance and love. 2 10 Health Benefits of Lychees Lychees contain an impre