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Mango
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Mangifera indica

MangoEvergreen

Mango (Mangifera indica) is a tree belonging to the Anacardiaceae family, native to India.

FamilyAnacardiaceae
GenusMangifera
NativeIndia
LifespanAnnual

Uses of Mangifera indica

Mango is represented through practical, cultural, ecological, and wellness use cases from the plant dataset.

Culinary

Edible parts used in regional cuisine across India and the world.

  • Fresh leaves in salads
  • Dried as seasoning
  • Tea/infusion preparation
  • Traditional recipe ingredient

Religious & Cultural

Holds spiritual significance in Hindu, Buddhist, and other traditions.

  • Temple offerings
  • Festival decorations
  • Sacred grove planting
  • Prayer ritual component

Ornamental

Widely cultivated for garden beauty, landscaping, and indoor decoration.

  • Garden focal point
  • Container gardening
  • Hedge and border
  • Cut flower arrangements

Cosmetic

Extracts used in skincare, haircare, and beauty products.

  • Skin moisturizing
  • Hair growth promotion
  • Anti-aging formulations
  • Natural colorant

Industrial

Raw material for industrial applications.

  • Fiber extraction
  • Dye production
  • Essential oil distillation
  • Timber/wood products

Toxicity Information

Toxic if raw