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The Mango (Indica) is generally described as a perennial tree. This is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the year round . The Mango (Indica) has green foliage and inconspicuous yellow flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous orange fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the late winter, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until summer. Leaves are retained year to year. The Mango (Indica) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Mango (Indica) will reach up to 65 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 65 feet.
The Mango (Indica) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by container, seed. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 17°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.
| Category | |
|---|---|
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| General Type | Tree |
| Growth Period | Year Round |
| Growth Duration | Perennial |
| Lifespan | Long |
| Plant Nativity | Introduced to U.S. |
| Commercial Availability | Routinely Available |
| Bloom Period | Late Winter |
|---|---|
| Displays Fall Colors | No |
| Shape/Growth Form | Single Stem |
| Drought Tolerance | Medium |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Height When Mature | 65 |
| Vegetative Spread | Slow |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Conspicuousness | Yes |
| Fruit/Seed Abundance | High |
| Fruit/Seed Seasonality | Summer Summer |
| Seed Spread Rate | Moderate |
| Propagations (Ways to Grow) | Container, Seed |
|---|---|
| Moisture Requirements | Medium |
| Cold Stratification Required | No |
| Minimum Temperature | 17 |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 60 |
| Toxic to Nearby Plants | No |
| Toxic to Livestock | No |
| After-Harvest Resprout Ability | Yes |
| Responds to Coppicing | No |
| pH Range | 4–7 pH |
|---|---|
| Precipitation Range | 60–60 inches/yr |
| Planting Density | 150–300 indiv./acre |
| Soil Textures | Coarse, Fine, Medium |
| Soil Depth for Roots | 60 |
| Minimum Frost-Free Days | 365 day(s) |
| Salinity Tolerance | Low |
| CaCO3 Tolerance | Medium |
| Leaf Retention | Yes |
|---|---|
| Palatability | Medium |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Causes Livestock Bloating | None |
Source: USDA, NRCS, PLANTS Database, plants.usda.gov.
National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70874-4490 USA
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