Rambutan hutan, Philippine ryugan
Nephelium glabrum
Family: Sapindaceae
What it is like
A large tree. The fruit is 1.5 cm long. They are purple.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It suits the hot tropical lowlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The aril or fleshy layer around the seeds is eaten and is sweet.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants are grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Redan, Redin, Redan tumu, Ronjo, Mata kuching, Rambutan pachat
Synonyms
Nephelium maingayi Hiern.;