10 Interesting Facts About Mangoes

Mangoes are one of the most delicious, nutrient-rich fruit and also known as the king of fruits in many parts of the world.

Here, we bring you 10 amazing facts about mangoes to make it more awesome than before!

1.    Mango was first grown in India over 5,000 years ago. The paisley pattern, developed in India, is based on the shape of a mango.

2.    Mango comes in many different shapes, sizes, and colors including yellow, orange, red, and green.

3.    Mango trees start to produce fruit after four years. And a mango tree can grow as tall as 100 feet The roots of the Mango tree can be 20 feet deep into the ground.

4.    The vitamin content of mango depends on the variety and maturity of the fruit. When mango is green and still growing there is a high vitamin C content, as the fruit ripens and matures the amount of vitamin A increases.

5.    Mango bagging is gaining popularity as an effective alternative to chemical pesticides. By protecting mangoes from diseases and pests, the new methods would boost the production of export quality mangoes. They would also ensure the protection of mangoes from scratches and scars, making the fruits spotless.

6.    In the United States, Tommy Atkins mango is the most commonly grown mango.

7.    Mango trees have long longevity as compared to other fruit-bearing trees. According to sources, some Mango trees bear fruits and flowers even at the age of 300 years and more.

8.    The Mango tree is revered in the Indian culture and different parts of Mango trees like its leaves, fruits, barks, etc. are used in decorations during festivals and other rituals.

9.    Mango seeds traveled with humans from Asia to the Middle East, East Africa, and South America beginning around 300 or 400 A.D.

10.  The bark, leaves, skin, and pit of the mango have been used in folk remedies for centuries.

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