Culinary
Edible parts used in regional cuisine across India and the world.
- Fresh leaves in salads
- Dried as seasoning
- Tea/infusion preparation
- Traditional recipe ingredient
Plant of the day
Mangifera indica
MangoEvergreen
Mango (Mangifera indica) is a tree belonging to the Anacardiaceae family, native to India.
FamilyAnacardiaceae
GenusMangifera
NativeIndia
LifespanAnnual
Uses of Mangifera indica
Mango is represented through practical, cultural, ecological, and wellness use cases from the plant dataset.
Religious & Cultural
Holds spiritual significance in Hindu, Buddhist, and other traditions.
- Temple offerings
- Festival decorations
- Sacred grove planting
- Prayer ritual component
Ornamental
Widely cultivated for garden beauty, landscaping, and indoor decoration.
- Garden focal point
- Container gardening
- Hedge and border
- Cut flower arrangements
Cosmetic
Extracts used in skincare, haircare, and beauty products.
- Skin moisturizing
- Hair growth promotion
- Anti-aging formulations
- Natural colorant
Industrial
Raw material for industrial applications.
- Fiber extraction
- Dye production
- Essential oil distillation
- Timber/wood products
Toxicity Information
Toxic if raw