http://likealightbulb.blogspot.com/2008/06/lychees-and-logans.html
This site explains the difference somewhat. In the photo, the peeled lychee (sp?) looks like an eyeball. The peeled longan looks rather unappetizing, too. I think the longan is the dragon’s eye. I buy them canned in syrup when we travel because we don’t live near an oriental market any more. Third can in pantry was coconut milk. (Brain failing rapidly lol!) I bet you’ll like longans if you like lychees.
They really do look like eyeballs, lol! My husband loves lychees and I’ve seen some of these items fresh in my local (very good) market.
I’m now making my Chicken & Daikon. Keeping my fingers crossed to make sure it works out. In case of disaster, I’m making rice and peas as a supplement!