Mango

Catalogue Type
Seed Catalogue
Scientific Name
Mangifera indica
Family
Anacardiaceae
Distinguishing Characters
One of the largest single seeds in any fruit, this flat, creamy-white seed in the center of a mango possesses a dense supply of nutrients and antioxidants.
The major components of mango seed are starch, fat and protein.
Photo of Seed
Description

 Mangoes have recalcitrant seeds which do not survive freezing and drying.

 Mango trees grow readily from seeds, with germination success highest when seeds are obtained from mature fruits.

During processing of mango, by-products such as peel and kernel are generated. Kernels take up about 17-22% of the fruit.