Pulasan

Nephelium ramboutan-ake

Physical Characteristics

Nephelium ramboutan-ake is an evergreen Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 15 m (49ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - India, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Oil Seed Edible Uses: Drink Oil Fruit - raw or cooked. The delicious white flesh of the fruit is less juicy than the rambutan (N. lappaceum), is sweeter and has a less sprightly taste[301 ]. Much eaten out of hand, it can also be used in jams and compotes[301 ]. The fruit ranges in size from 40 to 70 mm long and 40 to 60 mm in diameter[306 ]. The seed is roasted and used in the preparation of a cocoa-like beverage[301 ]. An oil is obtained from the seed[301 ]. Used in cooking[301 ].

Medicinal Uses

Miscellany The roots have medicinal properties[418 ].

Known Hazards

None known