A brief review on Pharmacological potential of Nephelium lappaceum L

Abstract

Nephelium lappaceum L. belongs to the Sapindaceae family that grows in tropical and subtropical climates commonly known as Rambutan. Rambutan has a long history not only as a delicious and succulent fruit but also as a traditional medicine. The name "rambutan" comes from the Malay-Indonesian word "rambut," which means "hairy." Because of this, it is occasionally referred to as "hairy litchi." The fruit is an ovoid berry that ranges in color from yellow to orange-red, or from brilliant red to maroon. Its leathery skin is completely covered in spinterns of varying lengths. In Asia, where it is commonly consumed fresh, canned, or processed and loved for its reviving flavor and unique appearance, rambutan is a significant commercial crop. Researchers have discovered that rambutan fruit extracts include phytochemicals with antioxidant, antibacterial, antidiabetic, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-diarrheal, and cardiovascular activity. Rambutan is a superfruit that can be used as a contemporary medicine to treat illnesses and promote good health.