Rambutan and Loquat

Rambutan

Loquat

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

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

General Benefits

Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney

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

Skin Benefits

Hydrates skin

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

Hair Benefits

Good conditioner

Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing

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

Side Effects

Unknown

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

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)

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

15.70 g

12.14 g

Fiber

2.80 g

1.70 g

Sugar

15.70 g

Not Available

Protein

1.00 g

0.40 g

99+

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg

76.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.07 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.79 mg

0.18 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.00 mg

99+

Not Available

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.00 mg

99+

0.10 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

0.00 mcg

14.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

0.00 mg

99+

Not Available

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.00 mg

99+

Not Available

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg

Not Available

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Not Available

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

Not Available

Choline

0.00 mg

Not Available

Fat

0.40 g

0.20 g

Minerals

Potassium

138.00 mg

99+

266.00 mg

Iron

1.90 mg

0.28 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

20.00 mg

16.00 mg

Magnesium

10.00 mg

13.00 mg

Zinc

1.00 mg

0.05 mg

Phosphorus

15.00 mg

27.00 mg

Manganese

0.00 mg

99+

0.15 mg

Copper

0.00 mg

99+

0.04 mg

99+

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

13.00 mg

Omega 6s

0.00 mg

99+

77.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg

2.00 mg

Water Content

79.50 g

99+

86.73 g

Ash

0.30 g

0.50 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

69.00 kcal

47.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

0.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

150.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Canned Form

82.00 kcal

67.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

105.00 kcal

Not Available

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring

Winter

Varieties

Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus

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

Seedless Variety

Color

Coral red, Yellow

Orange, Yellow

Inside Color

Greyish-white

Orange

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Taste

Sour, Sweet

Sweet, Tart

Origin

Unknown

China

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam

Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Humid

Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

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.

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.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Thailand

Japan

Other Countries

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

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

Top Importer

Singapore

China

Top Exporter

Thailand

Spain

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Nephelium lappaceum

Eriobotrya japonica

Synonym

Rambota

Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Tracheophyta

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Rosales

Family

Sapindaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Nephelium

Eriobotrya

Species

N. lappaceum

E. japonica

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Rambutan and Loquat

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

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