Health Benefits
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hydrates skin
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
Side Effects
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Unknown
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
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)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Calories in Jam
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
Varieties
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Color
Brown, Reddish-brown
Coral red, Yellow
Inside Color
Brown
Greyish-white
Shape
Curving Cylinder
Round
Taste
Sour-Sweet
Sour, Sweet
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam
Climatic Conditions
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Humid
Facts about
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
- 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.
Top Producer
India
Thailand
Other Countries
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
United States of America
Singapore
Top Exporter
Thailand
Thailand
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Nephelium lappaceum
Synonym
Tamarindo, tamarindus
Rambota
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Nephelium
Species
Tamarindus indica
N. lappaceum
Generic Group
Tamarind Sub
Not Available
Difference Between Tamarind and Rambutan
We might think that Tamarind and Rambutan are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tamarind and Rambutan Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tamarind and Rambutan is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tamarind and Rambutan with peel is Not Available and 69.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 239.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tamarind and Rambutan belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tamarind and Rambutan is Fabales and Sapindales respectively. Tamarind belongs to Fabaceae family and Rambutan belongs to Sapindaceae family. Tamarind belongs to Tamarindus genus of Tamarindus indica species and Rambutan belongs to Nephelium genus of N. lappaceum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.