| Etymology | Genus | Mango-bearing |
|---|---|---|
| Species | India | |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Indian Mango, Mango | |
| Status | Exotic: Casual | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | Indian subcontinent and Myanmar | |
Diagnostics:
Mangifera indica is commonly found as a cultivated tree or remnants of abandoned plantations. It has a dense crown of foliage. The leaves are dark green and narrow. The shape, size and taste of the fruits are variable depending on the variety.
Interesting Facts:
The Indian Mango is the most commonly cultivated mango species and for this reason, is synonymous with the common name of mango that everyone knows it by. In India, the tree has been cultivated for more than 4,000 years and said to have more than 1,000 varieties or cultivars (Ding Hou, 1978).
Form of the Indian Mango, showing its dense foliage.
Dark green, and narrow leaves.
Yellowish droopy young leaves.
Young fruits.
References
Ding Hou. (1978) Anacardiaceae. Flora Malesiana, 8: 395-548.Author: Siyang
Posted: 2015-05-17 / Modified: 2017-12-25