Mangoes
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Mangoes
Mangifera indica
Mangoes are sweet, juicy fruits that grow on tall trees. They are often called the 'king of fruits' because of their delicious taste!
Habitat: Mango trees thrive in tropical and subtropical climates.
Appearance
The Mangoes is a large, evergreen tree with a dense, rounded canopy of dark green leaves. Its oblong fruit transitions from green to vibrant yellow, orange, or red when ripe, featuring a distinctive kidney shape. Small, fragrant yellowish-pink flowers grow in large clusters.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSapindalesFamilyAnacardiaceaeGenusMangifera
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
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Interesting facts
India considers the mango its national fruit and a symbol of love!
Mangoes are related to poison ivy, but their fruit is deliciously safe to eat!
Mangoes were first grown over 5,000 years ago in ancient India!
The oldest mango tree is over 300 years old and still bears fruit!
Special abilities
Ability
Deep Drinker
Mangoes can grow a deep taproot that helps it survive by reaching water far underground during dry periods.
Ability
Waxy Shield
Mangoes has waxy leaves that helps them survive by reducing water loss in hot, sunny climates.
Ability
Fragrant Allure
Mangoes can produce many small, fragrant flowers that help it reproduce by attracting a variety of insect pollinators.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 1500-4000 cm
- Spread
- 1000-3000 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late_winter_to_early_spring
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Western honey bee
Apis mellifera
Feeds on nectar, aiding pollination.
eaten by
Indian flying fox
Pteropus giganteus
Eats ripe fruit, dispersing seeds.
eaten by
Rhesus macaque
Macaca mulatta
Monkeys enjoy the sweet fruit.
eaten by
Humans
Homo sapiens
Highly prized fruit globally.
Traits
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
King of FruitsMangiferaMangifera indicaMangoMango Tree
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Safety
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Mangoes?
1500-4000 cm
How wide does Mangoes spread?
1000-3000 cm
How big are the flowers on Mangoes?
0.5-1 cm
When does Mangoes bloom?
Late_winter_to_early_spring
Is Mangoes edible?
Yes
Is Mangoes toxic?
Mild
What is Mangoes's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Mangoes pollinated?
Insect
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