native to west malaysia, the name rambutan is derived from malay word which means hairy. The outer part of the fruit is hairy and the flesh inside is tender and fleshy. It tastes sweet and sour like grape. Though it is imported in southeast asia, rambutan is imported all around the world. Fruit resembles the appearance of lychees. Similar to lychees, it is found in bunches with stem sticking out of them. Rambutan could also have greenish yellow or orange exterior.