Apple Mango Plant

Original price was: ₹950.00.Current price is: ₹800.00.

Apple Mango Plant Details

Plant Name:

Common Name: Apple Mango
Botanical Name: Mangifera indica

Plant Characteristics

  • Botanical Name: Mangifera indica
  • Common Names: Apple Mango, African Mango
  • Type: Tropical fruit tree
  • Height: Grows up to 10-15 meters tall with a wide canopy spread of 5-10 meters
  • Leaves:
    • Shape: Long, lanceolate, and pointed
    • Color: Glossy dark green when mature, reddish when young
    • Texture: Smooth
  • Flowers:
    • Color: Pale yellow or cream-colored
    • Shape: Small and clustered in panicles
    • Fragrance: Mildly sweet
    • Bloom Season: Late winter to early spring
  • Fruits:
    • Shape: Oval or round, resembling an apple
    • Color: Yellow to orange with occasional red blush
    • Taste: Sweet with a hint of tanginess
    • Harvest Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Native Habitat: Indian subcontinent, widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions
  • Other Details:
    • Renowned for its juicy and aromatic fruit
    • High in vitamins A and C

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Planting Tips for Apple Mango

Growing Requirements

USDA Zone:

  • Suitable for zones 9-11

Light:

  • Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruiting

Soil:

  • Well-drained, sandy loam soil with a pH of 5.5–7.5

Watering:

  • Moderate watering; avoid overwatering as the plant is drought-tolerant once established

Ideal Planting Time

  • Best planted in spring when the risk of frost has passed

Soil Preparation

  • Enrich the soil with compost and organic matter before planting
  • Ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot

Watering Routine

  • Water deeply once every week during the growing season
  • Reduce watering during the dormant winter period

Fertilizing

  • Apply a balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the active growth phase

Pruning

  • Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove dead or diseased branches

Pest and Disease Control

  • Common Issues: Anthracnose, mealybugs, and scale insects
  • Solutions: Use fungicides for anthracnose and insecticidal soap for pests

Pollination Requirements

  • Self-pollinating but benefits from insect pollinators like bees

Benefits and Uses

Nutritional Value

  • Rich in vitamins A, C, and dietary fiber

Aesthetic Value

  • Ideal for tropical gardens, providing shade and visual appeal

Ecological Role

  • Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
  • Improves air quality and provides a habitat for birds

Special Notes

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