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

Photo: Walter Hood Fitch (1817-1892) del. et lith. Description by John Smith (1798 - 1888)Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsView original ↗

Mangoes

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

Mangoes can grow a deep taproot that helps it survive by reaching water far underground during dry periods.

Mangoes has waxy leaves that helps them survive by reducing water loss in hot, sunny climates.

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

Collections

Plants

Safety

Danger

0/5 · No known danger

No special safety notes yet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Mangoes?

Start with the whole plant, then compare leaf arrangement, leaf edges, stems and any flowers or fruit. Opposite leaves grow in pairs; alternate leaves come one at a time along the stem. These details tell you far more together than a single green leaf does. Plant Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

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