Also known as Aam · Am · Cây Xoài
Indian mango (Mangifera indica) is a tropical fruit tree native to South Asia, renowned for its delicious, sweet, and juicy fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
100% intensity
Full sun is essential for optimal growth, flowering, and fruit production. At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Consistent moisture for young trees, deep watering for mature trees during dry periods and fruit set.
Well-drained
50% intensity
High
100% intensity
Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates. Sensitive to frost; temperatures below 0°C can be damaging.
Moderate
50% intensity
Balanced for young trees, potassium and phosphorus-rich for mature trees before flowering and after 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 |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water young trees regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Mature trees are more drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during dry spells and especially during flowering and fruit development to ensure good yield and quality.
Prune young trees to establish a strong central leader and well-spaced scaffold branches.
For mature trees, prune to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches, and to improve light penetration and air circulation within the canopy. Summer pruning can manage size.
Mangifera indica is typically propagated by grafting, as seedlings can be variable and take many years to fruit. Budding or whip-and-tongue grafting are common methods.
Seed propagation is possible but not recommended for desired fruit characteristics.
Repotting is generally not applicable to field-grown trees. Container-grown mangoes may require repotting every 2-3 years, moving to a slightly larger pot with well-draining soil to accommodate root growth and prevent root-bound conditions.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Mango (Mangifera indica) is found
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7 known issues from plant disease data
Verticillium Wilt in Mango causes leaf yellowing, wilting, branch dieback, and internal browning that weakens or kills limbs.
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Anacardiaceae |
| Genus | Mangifera |
| Species | Mangifera indica |
Similar in genus Mangifera
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