Description
Grow this attractive, evergreen, tropical tree in your home garden and fill the space with delicious aroma and flavor. Popularly known as the “King of Fruits”, Totapuri mangoes are one of the most expensive kinds of mangoes grown in western India.
These mangoes are 7 inches long with an oblong shape and prominent beak-like pointed end. These juicy, ripe mango trees grow glossy, dense foliage.
The tree summons the thought of sunny climate and sultry breeze and has been around for more than 4000 years. Totapuri mango tree reaches a maximum height of 48 inches and doesn’t require much effort or maintenance to grow.
Totapuri, Grafted Mango Tree Special Features
- It is one of the most expensive types of mangoes found in India.
- It is a low maintenance plant.
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Common Name |
Aam, Mango Totapuri |
| Utmost Height | Upto 48 inches tall |
| Flower Color | Whitish green |
| Blossom Time | Spring and Summer |
| Difficulty Level | Effortless to grow |
Mango Tree Kesar Uses
Ornamental Use
- Mango plants can be used for ornamental purposes as well as for shade in gardens.
Medicinal Uses
- Mangoes have ample of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
- Mango leaves help to treat diabetes.
- Mango plants are also helpful for treating gall and kidney stones
- It lowers blood pressure
Culinary Use
- Raw mangoes can be used for preparing chutney, pickles, and juices.
- The ripe fruit can be used as a dessert and also for making squashes, syrups, nectars, jams, and jellies.
- The mango kernel consists of 8-10 percent good quality fat that is used for making soap and also used as a substitute for cola in confectionery.
| Sunlight | Direct sunlight. |
| Watering | Average; Don’t overwater |
| Soil | Well drained, aerated, fertile, rich organic soil |
| Temperature | 20– 35 degree C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
| Harvest Season | Summer and Spring |
Planting and Care
- Badami mango trees thrive under direct full sunlight, hence choose the sunniest spot in your garden.
- The plant thrives in aerated, loamy, moist well-drained, fertile, and rich soil.
- Remove the deadwood and take care of the thinning of the growing jackfruit tree.
- If the tree is bigger, make sure to dig a larger hole.
- Make sure the roots of the plant are damp but not too wet.
- Prepare the soil with Nitrogen fertilizers before planting the seeds.
- Water the soil immediately after using the fertilizer.
- Knock off the old soil from the plant root by removing all rotted and dead roots.
- While repotting, it’s preferable to do it during the evening and keep the plant in a shady area for a min 2-3 days before moving it to the ideal location and climate.
- Water the plants frequently in summer, reducing the frequency in winter and rainy season.
- In case of insect or pest attack, use Eucalyptus oil, Neem oil, or Citrus oil spray for the primary treatment.
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