Loquat and Rambutan

Loquat

Rambutan

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones

Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases

Hydrates skin

Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Good conditioner

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes

Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Unknown

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

12.14 g

15.70 g

Fiber

1.70 g

2.80 g

Sugar

Not Available

15.70 g

Protein

0.40 g

99+

1.00 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.03

0.06

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

76.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.18 mg

99+

0.79 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Not Available

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Not Available

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

Not Available

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Lycopene

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Choline

Not Available

0.00 mg

Fat

0.20 g

0.40 g

Minerals

Potassium

266.00 mg

138.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.28 mg

1.90 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

16.00 mg

20.00 mg

Magnesium

13.00 mg

10.00 mg

Zinc

0.05 mg

1.00 mg

Phosphorus

27.00 mg

15.00 mg

Manganese

0.15 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Copper

0.04 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Selenium

0.60 mcg

0.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

13.00 mg

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

77.00 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

2.00 mg

0.00 mg

Water Content

86.73 g

79.50 g

99+

Ash

0.50 g

0.30 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

47.00 kcal

69.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

0.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

150.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

67.00 kcal

82.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

Not Available

105.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Winter

Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring

Varieties

Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe

Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus

Seedless Variety

Color

Orange, Yellow

Coral red, Yellow

Inside Color

Orange

Greyish-white

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Juicy

Taste

Sweet, Tart

Sour, Sweet

Origin

China

Unknown

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained

Clay, Loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

Humid

Facts

Facts about

Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.

Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
It makes the best hair mask.
Seeds are edible and healthy too.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Japan

Thailand

Other Countries

Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey

Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka

Top Importer

China

Singapore

Top Exporter

Spain

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Eriobotrya japonica

Nephelium lappaceum

Synonym

Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica

Rambota

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Tracheophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Sapindales

Family

Rosaceae

Sapindaceae

Genus

Eriobotrya

Nephelium

Species

E. japonica

N. lappaceum

Generic Group

Rose

Not Available

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Difference Between Loquat and Rambutan

We might think that Loquat and Rambutan are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Loquat and Rambutan Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Loquat and Rambutan is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Loquat and Rambutan with peel is 47.00 kcal and 69.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Loquat and Rambutan belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Loquat and Rambutan is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family and Rambutan belongs to Sapindaceae family. Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species and Rambutan belongs to Nephelium genus of N. lappaceum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.