Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Unknown
Allergic reaction
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)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
All seasons
Varieties
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
Color
Coral red, Yellow
White
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Creamy Yellow
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Loam, Well-drained
Climatic Conditions
Humid
Humid, Warm
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.
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
Top Producer
Thailand
China
Other Countries
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Singapore
Europe
Top Exporter
Thailand
United States of America
Botanical Name
Nephelium lappaceum
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Rambota
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Sapindaceae
Rutaceae
Species
N. lappaceum
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Rambutan and White Grapefruit
We might think that Rambutan and White Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Rambutan and White Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Rambutan and White Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Rambutan and White Grapefruit with peel is 69.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 33.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Rambutan and White Grapefruit 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 White Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Rambutan belongs to Sapindaceae family and White Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Rambutan belongs to Nephelium genus of N. lappaceum species and White Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.