Trees Planted & Survived
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Trees Species Details
Scientific Name:
Mangifera indica
Marathi Name:
Amba
Common Name:
Mango
Plant Form:
Medium to large evergreen tree with dense rounded crown.
Native/Exotic/Introduced:
Native to South and Southeast Asia (including India).
Distribution:
Widespread in India; commonly planted in Maharashtra gardens and temple groves.
Plant Characteristics:
Evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, fleshy fruits; durable timber.
Required Growth conditions:
Well-drained soils; tropical to subtropical climates; full sun to partial shade.
Habitat:
Coastal and inland tropical forests, home gardens, urban plantings.
Conservation Status:
Least Concern (IUCN).
Dispersal:
Animal frugivores (birds, mammals) disperse fruits.
Pollinators:
Generalist insects (bees, flies) attracted to fragrant flowers.
Medicinal Information:
Traditional medicinal uses for dental/oral care, febrifuge and anti-inflammatory properties.
Bird Host Plant:
Fruits eaten by many frugivorous birds; supports local bird fauna.
Butterfly Host Plant:
Flowers/nectar visited by generalist butterflies.
Moth Host Plant:
No specialist moth-host lists found in major literature.
Ecological Significance:
Shade and ornamental tree; supports pollinators and frugivores.
Cultural Significance:
Flowers used in garlands and rituals; valued in traditional landscaping.
Air Pollution Tollerance Index (APTI):
No authoritative species-level ATPI value located.
Other Uses:
Timber, fuelwood, ornamental, fragrant flowers.