ramboutan

Nephelium lappaceum · Rambutan

Nephelium lappaceum, commonly known as rambutan, is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia and parts of the Pacific Islands. While its traditional uses are not well-documented in historical or cultural practices, studies have identified various bioactive compounds within its peel, leaves, and branches. These include phenolic compounds that exhibit antioxidant and xanthine oxidase inhibitory activities. The rambutan shell extract has shown strong antioxidant, antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and antitumoral properties with minimal hemolytic effects. Metabolites of the peel polyphenols were identified in rats, indicating phase I and II metabolic pathways, though systemic exposure for some compounds was low. Additionally, a ZnO-modified activated carbon derived from rambutan peel and seeds demonstrated high methylene blue removal efficiency. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, but further research is needed to fully understand the potential benefits and applications of Nephelium lappaceum in traditional medicine and beyond.

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Meilleure preuve
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Précautions

Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.

Ce que dit la science

  • L'étude a révélé que la peau, les feuilles et les branches de Nephelium lappaceum contiennent des composés phénoliques différents avec des activités antioxydantes et d'inhibition de l'oxidase xanthine variables. D PMID
  • L'extrait de la coque du ramboutan a montré des activités antioxidant, antimicrobiennes, antibiofilm et antitumorales fortes avec une activité hémolytique faible. D PMID
  • L'étude a identifié divers métabolites des polyphénols de la peau de ramboutan chez les rats, indiquant des voies métaboliques comprenant la hydrolyse, la méthylations, l' sulfatation et la glucuronidation. D PMID
  • The study found that the ZnO-modified activated carbon derived from rambutan peel and seeds effectively removed methylene blue with a maximum adsorption capacity of 82.95 mg g-1. D PMID
  • The study documents the pollen diversity from various plants, including Nephelium lappaceum, in the Soconusco region, contributing to honey characterization. D PMID
  • Le GRN à 30 mg/kg a montré des effets antinociceptifs et neuroprotecteurs significatifs par la modulation des voies antioxidantiques, anti-inflammatoires et anti-apoptotiques dans un modèle de douleur neuropathique chez les rats. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is ramboutan?

ramboutan (Nephelium lappaceum) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about ramboutan?

6 sourced findings are recorded for ramboutan; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude a révélé que la peau, les feuilles et les branches de Nephelium lappaceum contiennent des composés phénoliques différents avec des activités antioxydantes et d'inhibition de l'oxidase xanthine variables.

How strong is the evidence for ramboutan?

The strongest finding for ramboutan carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is ramboutan safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for ramboutan in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does ramboutan interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for ramboutan in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of ramboutan?

ramboutan is also known as: Rambutan, Рамбутан.

Is ramboutan a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T2 Accumulation and transformation of C6, C9 and C12 phenols from the peel, leaves and branches of Nephelium lappaceum L. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Geraniin Mitigates Neuropathic Pain Through Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Nitric Oxide Modulation in a Rat Model of Chronic Constriction Injury. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Atlas of pollen of melliferous plants, data set from the Soconusco region, Chiapas, Mexico. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 ZnO-modified activated carbon derived from rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) peel and seeds for efficient methylene blue removal: adsorption mechanism and artificial neural network modeling. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 Metabolic fate of rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.) peel polyphenols following oral administration in rats. literature abstract metadata
  6. T2 Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.) Shell as a Source of Polyphenols: Chemical Characterization and Biological Activities. literature abstract metadata