Mango – Kesar

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Mango – Kesar > Characteristics
Young Orchard on Raised Bed
Mature Orchard on Raised Bed
Orientation – North to South
Plant Canopy
Flowers
Immature Fruit
Fruit Shape – Oblong
Fruit Bearing
Fruit weight – 250 – 300 gm
Pulp color – Saffron
TSS – 18 – 24° Brix

Mango – Kesar > Botanical Classification

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Anacardiaceae
  • Genus: Mangifera
  • Botanical name: Mangifera indica
  • Native: South Asia

Mango – Kesar > Features

  • Tree growth habit – Medium Height with Vigorous
  • Bearing Habit – Regular
  • Fruit Shape – Oblong
  • Ripe fruit wt. – 250 – 300 gm
  • Fruit color – Deep Green
  • Pulp color – Saffron
  • TSS – 18 – 24° Brix

Source – https://www.origin-gi.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/131-gir-kesar-mango.pdf

Mango >Health Benefits

  • It is rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene, which help to strengthen the immune system.
  • It contains vitamin A and lutein, which is essential for good vision and prevents night blindness.
  • It is rich in enzymes like amylase and dietary fiber which promote healthy digestion and prevent constipation.
  • It contains mangiferin which helps to lower cholesterol and blood pressure, improving cardiovascular health.
  • It contains bioactive compounds like mangiferin, luepeol and gallic acid which have anti-cancerous properties.

Source –https://apeda.gov.in/Benefits-Mangoes