Family: Anacardiaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 200 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Mangifera
Vegetable: False
Observations: Assam to China (S. Yunnan)
Description
Common mango, scientifically known as Mangifera indica, is a tropical fruiting tree revered across the globe for its sweet, fleshy fruit. Originating in South Asia, specifically from the regions spanning Assam in India to South Yunnan in China, this tree has been cultivated and cherished for thousands of years.
A member of the Anacardiaceae family, Mangifera indica belongs to the same botanical family as pistachios and cashews, sharing their resilience and adaptability in tropical and subtropical climates. The tree was first formally described in scientific literature in 1753, and it has since achieved an almost legendary status due to its abundant fruit production and the delightful flavors of its fruit.
Common mango trees are known for their long, evergreen leaves and large, spreading canopy. The fruit itself varies in size, shape, and color, but typically, it is oval or kidney-shaped with a smooth, leathery skin that can range in hue from green to red or even golden yellow. The flesh inside is a vibrant orange-yellow, juicy, and bursting with a uniquely rich, aromatic sweetness that has captivated palates worldwide.
In addition to being consumed fresh, mangoes are also dried, juiced, and included in a variety of culinary dishes, from savory chutneys to sweet desserts. Their rich nutritional profile includes significant amounts of vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber, which contribute to their popularity as a healthful, nutrient-dense food choice.
Throughout history, the common mango has been celebrated not only for its fruit but also for its cultural significance. It features prominently in art, literature, and religious ceremonies, serving as a symbol of love, prosperity, and fertility in various cultures.
In cultivation, Mangifera indica is highly regarded for its adaptability to different soil types and its relatively easy maintenance once established. However, it thrives best in well-drained soil and full sunlight, needing plenty of warmth and humidity to produce the bountiful crops for which it is famous.
The wide distribution and commercialization of common mangoes today owe much to the tree’s resilience and the global desire for its delectable fruit. Whether enjoyed in a rural orchard in its native regions or as a common grocery item in urban markets around the world, the common mango stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of nature’s bounty.
Common Names
Eng: indian mango, mango, common mango, common indian mango, mango tree
Msa: mango, mempelam, senduduk, pauh
Deu: mango, mangobaum, mangopalme
Por: manga, mangueira
Spa: manga, mango
Swe: mango
Fra: mangue, manguier
Khm: ស្វាយ
En: Common mango, Mango, Indian mango, Maga, Mamplam, Manja, Pao, Poh, Mangoso, आम, मैंगीफेरा इंडिका, 芒果, Common Indian Mango, Mango Tree, Cuckoo’s joy
Af: Mango, Veselperske
Ak: Amango
Sq: Mango
Ar: Amba, مانجو شائع, Manja, Manga, Manjo, مانجا, مانْجا, منجو, مَنْجُو
Hy: Մանգո
Az: Hindistan maqniferası
Eu: Mango
Bn: ভারতীয় আম
Bs: Mango
Br: Gwez mangez
Bg: Индийско манго
My: သရက်ပင်
Ca: Mango comú
Zh: 檬果, 芒果
Co: Mangu
Hr: Mango
Cs: Mangovník indický
Da: Mango
Nl: Mango
Eo: Mangujo
Et: India mangopuu
Fi: Mango
Fr: Mangue, Manguier, Mango Bombay, Mango de Bombay, Manguier d’Inde, Margot, Pied mangue
Ff: Dukehi
Gl: Mangueira
De: Mango, Mangobaum, Mangopalme
El: Μάνγκο
Gu: આંબો
He: מנגו
Hi: आम
Hu: Mangó
Io: Mangiero
It: Mango
Jv: Pelem
Kk: Манго
Km: ស្វាយ
Ko: 망고
Lv: Indijas mango
Lt: Indinis mangas
Lb: Mango
Mg: Manga (maniry)
Ms: Pauh, Mango, Mempelam, Senduduk
Ml: മാവ്
No: Mango
Or: ଆମ୍ବ
Pa: ਅੰਬ
Fa: انبه
Pl: Mango indyjskie
Pt: Mangueira, Manga
Pt-br: Mangueira
Ru: Мангифера индийская
Sa: चूतम्
So: Ambe
Es: Manga, Mango., Indijski mangovec, Mango, Manguey, Manguira, Mangó
Su: Manggah
Sw: Mwembe
Sv: Mango
Zh-tw: 芒果樹
Tg: Анба
Ta: இந்திய மா
Te: భారతీయ మామిడి
Th: มะม่วง
To: Mango
Zh-hant: 芒果樹
Uk: Манго
Wo: Mangaro, Màngo
Synonyms
- Mangifera siamensis (Warb. ex Craib)
- Mangifera laurina var. deropong (Blume)
- Mangifera cambodiana ((Pierre) Anon.)
- Mangifera indica var. compressa (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. bapang (Blume)
- Mangifera maritima (Lechaume)
- Mangifera indica var. domestica ((Gaertn.) Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. dodol (Blume)
- Mangifera mekongensis ((Pierre) Anon.)
- Mangifera indica var. kidang (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. gratissima (Blume)
- Mangifera balba (Crevost & Lemarié)
- Mangifera indica var. piit (Blume)
- Mangifera anisodora (Blanco)
- Mangifera indica var. kalapa (Blume)
- Mangifera austroyunnanensis (Hu)
- Mangifera kukulu (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. kaijer (Blume)
- Mangifera equina (Crevost & Lemarié)
- Mangifera indica var. deropong (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. marundana (Blume)
- Mangifera amba (Forssk.)
- Mangifera indica var. pallens (Blume)
- Mangifera oryza (Crevost & Lemarié)
- Mangifera laxiflora (Desr.)
- Mangifera indica var. sangier (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. marunga (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. niela (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. cambodiana (Pierre)
- Mangifera domestica (Gaertn.)
- Mangifera indica var. mekongensis (Pierre)
- Mangifera montana (B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.)
- Mangifera indica var. teloor (Blume)
- Mangifera indica var. sentok (Blume)
- Mangifera rostrata (Blanco)
- Mangifera viridis (Bojer)
- Mangifera rubra (Bojer)
- Mangifera gladiata (Bojer)
- Mangifera linnaei (Korth. ex Hassk.)
- Mangifera sativa (Roem. & Schult.)
Distribution
- Assam (native)
- Belize (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- East Himalaya (native)
- Myanmar (native)
- Thailand (native)
- Andaman Is. (introduced)
- Angola (introduced)
- Ascension (introduced)
- Bahamas (introduced)
- Bangladesh (introduced)
- Brazil South (introduced)
- Burkina (introduced)
- Cambodia (introduced)
- Cameroon (introduced)
- Caroline Is. (introduced)
- Cayman Is. (introduced)
- Central African Repu (introduced)
- China Southeast (introduced)
- Colombia (introduced)
- Comoros (introduced)
- Cook Is. (introduced)
- Costa Rica (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Dominican Republic (introduced)
- Ecuador (introduced)
- El Salvador (introduced)
- Fiji (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- Gabon (introduced)
- Galápagos (introduced)
- Gambia (introduced)
- Gilbert Is. (introduced)
- Guatemala (introduced)
- Guinea-Bissau (introduced)
- Gulf of Guinea Is. (introduced)
- Haiti (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- Honduras (introduced)
- India (introduced)
- Jamaica (introduced)
- Jawa (introduced)
- Kenya (introduced)
- KwaZulu-Natal (introduced)
- Laccadive Is. (introduced)
- Laos (introduced)
- Leeward Is. (introduced)
- Lesser Sunda Is. (introduced)
- Line Is. (introduced)
- Malawi (introduced)
- Malaya (introduced)
- Marianas (introduced)
- Marquesas (introduced)
- Marshall Is. (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
- Mexico Central (introduced)
- Mexico Southeast (introduced)
- Mexico Southwest (introduced)
- Mozambique (introduced)
- Nauru (introduced)
- Nepal (introduced)
- New Caledonia (introduced)
- Nicobar Is. (introduced)
- Niue (introduced)
- Northern Provinces (introduced)
- Oman (introduced)
- Pakistan (introduced)
- Paraguay (introduced)
- Peru (introduced)
- Philippines (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- Rodrigues (introduced)
- Réunion (introduced)
- Santa Cruz Is. (introduced)
- Senegal (introduced)
- Society Is. (introduced)
- Solomon Is. (introduced)
- Somalia (introduced)
- Southwest Caribbean (introduced)
- Sri Lanka (introduced)
- Sudan (introduced)
- Swaziland (introduced)
- Taiwan (introduced)
- Tanzania (introduced)
- Tonga (introduced)
- Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
- Tuamotu (introduced)
- Tubuai Is. (introduced)
- Venezuela (introduced)
- Venezuelan Antilles (introduced)
- Vietnam (introduced)
- Windward Is. (introduced)
- Yemen (introduced)
- Zambia (introduced)
- Zaïre (introduced)
- Zimbabwe (introduced)
Additional Images
Leaf
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Fruit
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Habit
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Other
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3190638)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69913-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Mangifera indica L.)
Specifications
Growth form: Single Stem
Growth habit: Tree
Growth rate: Moderate
Growth
Ph maximum: 7.0
Ph minimum: 4.0