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Water regularly, especially during the dry season, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler, wetter periods. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Also known as Jack · Mango · Wani
Binjai (Mangifera caesia) is a tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia, known for its tangy, yellow-orange fruit with a unique aroma.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
100% intensity
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
High
100% intensity
Thrives in tropical climates, sensitive to frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Balanced fertilizer during growth, fruit-specific when fruiting.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during the dry season, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler, wetter periods. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or diseased branches, and improve air circulation. Light pruning can be done after fruiting to encourage new growth. Major structural pruning is best done during dormancy.
Propagate primarily through grafting, as seedlings can be variable. Cleft grafting or whip-and-tongue grafting onto suitable rootstock are common methods.
Seeds can be used but germination rates and subsequent tree quality vary.
Young trees may require repotting every 2-3 years to refresh soil and provide more space for root growth. Mature trees generally do not need repotting. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Binjai (Mangifera caesia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Anacardiaceae |
| Genus | Mangifera |
| Species | Mangifera caesia |
Similar in genus Mangifera
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