MANGO - Manguifera indica

The Mango belongs to the Anacardiaceas family. It is one of the most widely cultivated fruits. There are over 200 varieties, varying in weight, size and flavour. The smallest Mango can be as large as a plum and the largest reach up to 2 kilos. The fruit is generally oval shaped. The crust is smooth and thin, of green, yellow, red or even pinkish color, depending on the variety. The succulent pulp is yellow and its consistent texture is similar to a peach. Inside it has a hard and oval shaped seed.