Morton, J. 1987. Mango. p. 221–239. In: Fruits of warm climates. Julia F. Morton, Miami, FL. ——————————————————————————– Mango Mangifera indica L. ——————————————————————————– Description Origin and Distribution Varieties Blooming and Pollination Climate Soil Propagation Dwarfing Culture Harvesting Yield Ripening Keeping Quality and Storage Pests and Diseases Food Uses Toxicity Other Uses Related Species Food Value ——————————————————————————– […]
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Varieties of Mangos
The original wild mangos were small fruits with scant, fibrous flesh, and it is believed that natural hybridization has taken place between M. indica and M. sylvatica Roxb. in Southeast Asia. Selection for higher quality has been carried on for 4,000 to 6,000 years and vegetative propagation for 400 years. Over 500 named varieties (some […]
General Crop Information
This summary was prepared from publications by Chia, C. L. et. al. and Wanitprapha, K., et. al.. FAMILY: Anacardiaceae SCIENTIFIC NAME: Mangifera indica L. ORIGIN: South and Southeast Asia DESCRIPTION Mango trees are deep-rooted, symmetrical evergreens that attain heights of 90 feet and widths of 80 feet. Mango trees have simple alternate lanceolate leaves that […]