Rambhutan Fruit Plant

Description

Introducing the Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) —one of Southeast Asia’s most beloved exotic fruits, now ready for Nepali gardens! Known as the “Hairy Lychee” due to its distinctive hairy red skin, this fruit is a close relative of the lychee and longan . Now available as premium grafted plants from Gupta Nursery.

At Gupta Nursery, we offer healthy, grafted Rambutan plants that are specially selected for Nepal’s tropical and subtropical climates. With terai conditions closely matching rambutan’s native habitat and current market prices reaching NPR 300-450 per kilogram, this exotic fruit represents an exciting opportunity for Nepali gardeners and commercial growers alike .

Why You’ll Love Our Grafted Rambutan Plant

• The “Hairy Lychee” – Unique & Eye-Catching: The rambutan fruit is covered with distinctive soft, fleshy spines that resemble hair—giving it its name from the Malay word “rambut” (hair) . When ripe, the fruit displays a stunning red exterior with translucent white flesh inside.

• Sweet & Refreshing Flavor: The edible part is the translucent, whitish or very pink aril (flesh) that is sweet with a mildly acidic flavor, resembling the taste of grapes . Perfect for fresh eating, fruit salads, and desserts.

• Grafted for Quality & Production: Our grafted and air-layered plants ensure true-to-type fruit quality, earlier fruiting, and consistent yields—avoiding the unpredictability of seed-grown trees .

• Proven Potential for Nepal: According to agricultural experts, the Tarai regions of Nepal have similar climatic conditions suitable for rambutan cultivation. Temperature, elevation, and soil conditions in the Nepalese Tarai can support successful rambutan farming .

• High Market Value & Demand: With 1 kg of rambutan costing between NPR 300 to 450 in today’s market, this fruit has significant economic potential . There is also high demand across Asia and in Western countries.

• Health & Nutrition Powerhouse: Rambutan is rich in fiber, Vitamin C, and copper. Health benefits include supporting healthy digestion, aiding weight management, and helping fight infections .

• Beautiful Ornamental Tree: The rambutan tree is an evergreen that can grow 12-20 meters tall, with alternate leaves (10-30 cm long) and beautiful terminal panicles of small flowers. It is highly ornamental when bearing fruits