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Wild Mango वन आम

Mangifera sylvatica

Assam Lemon (कागजी नेमु), Citrus limon var.
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Hindi
वन आम
Botanical
Mangifera sylvatica
Family
Anacardiaceae

About the plant

The forest ancestor of the orchard mango, still fruiting in eastern hill forest.

Growing it

Grow from fresh seed; the stone does not store.

What it is for

Genetic reservoir for mango breeding; forest fruit for wildlife.

How to grow

Sunlight
Full sun to part shade
Water
Regular through the rains
Season
Jun–Jul
Grows in
Garden / ground
Mature size
15–25 m
First harvest
Fruit from year eight

Grow from fresh seed; the stone does not store.

Traditional uses

Traditionally used — recorded as tradition, not as established effect. The two registers below are kept separate on purpose.

Traditional knowledge

Genetic reservoir for mango breeding; forest fruit for wildlife.

Scientific evidence

This record has not yet assessed the research on these uses. Absence of an assessment here is not evidence either way.

Important: Traditional plant use does not replace professional medical advice. Do not treat a condition on the strength of this page — speak to a doctor.

Ecological value

Where it grows in India

Review
Not yet reviewed by a named specialist
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