Mango

Mango is called the king of fruits!
India has the richest collection of mango cultivars.
Mangoes have excellent flavor and attractive fragrance, it is rich in vitamin A & C. The tree is hardy in nature and requires low maintenance.

Nomenclature

Botanical Name Mangifera indica L.
Family Anacardiaceae
Genus Mangifera
Species Indica
Types Alphonse , Edward , Kesar , Palmer, Honey (Ataulfo), francis, Haden, Keitt, Kent, Tommy Atkins

Planting Guide

Flowers

Flower Color: yellowish/green
Flower Inflorescence: Branched terminal

Fruits

Fruit Color: Bright red with green and golden yellow
Display/Harvest Time: 82 to 88 days after full bloom
Fruit Type: drupe
Fruit Length: 3.9 – 9.8 inches
Fruit Width: 1.9 – 5.1 inches

Leaves

Leaf Color: purple-red, green
Leaf Type: oblong to lanceolate-shaped
Leaf Arrangement: slightly undulate margins
Leaf Shape: Elliptical, lanceolate
Hairs Present: No

Collect Seeds

When mango seed husk is dry.

Harvest  

Mango trees start bearing from the 5th year onward. However, seedling trees may take 8-10 years.

Soil Texture loamy, alluvial
Soil Drainage well-drained
Soil Chemistry

pH range is from 6.5 to 8.0

Cultivation

Germination 2 to 4 weeks
Bloom blooming season is mainly depend on the climatic conditions especially the temperature level.

Temperature (Climate)
Temperature 22°C - 27°C
Light full sun
Health Benefits

✓ Improve Immunity
✓ Reduce The Risk Of Heart Disease
✓ Improve Digestive Health
✓ Improve Eye Health
✓ Brain Health
✓ Help Lower Cholesterol
✓ Promote Liver Health
✓ Enhance Skin & Hair Health
✓ Reduce Cancer Risk
✓ Help to Treat Diabetes
✓ Treat Anemia