Status:
valid
Authors:
Blanco
Source:
ksu
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip. : 181 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372708
Common Names
- Mangifera altissima
- Altissima Mangifera
- Mangifera
Synonyms
- Mangifera mucronulata Blume [unknown]
- Mangifera rumphii Pierre [unknown]
- Buchanania reticulata Elmer [unknown]
Description
Mangifera altissima (also called 'Tallest Mango', among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mangifera altissima is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mangifera altissima is a small yellow-green flower with a single petal. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and brown in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mangifera altissima is a tropical perennial tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Mangifera altissima
Mangifera altissima is native to India.
Mangifera altissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mangifera altissima?
Mangifera altissima
What is the family of Mangifera altissima?
Anacardiaceae
Where is Mangifera altissima native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Mangifera genus
Mangifera merrillii,
Mangifera minor,
Mangifera minutifolia,
Mangifera monandra,
Mangifera odorata,
Mangifera pseudoindica,
Mangifera quadrifida,
Mangifera nicobarica,
Mangifera parvifolia,
Mangifera orophila,
Mangifera pajang,
Mangifera pedicellata,
Mangifera pentandra,
Mangifera griffithii,
Mangifera gedebe,
Mangifera gracilipes,
Mangifera foetida,
Mangifera havilandii,
Mangifera caloneura,
Mangifera dewildei,
Mangifera campnospermoides,
Mangifera camptosperma,
Mangifera casturi,
Mangifera cochinchinensis,
Mangifera collina,
Mangifera decandra,
Mangifera duperreana,
Mangifera flava,
Mangifera inocarpoides,
Mangifera magnifica,
Mangifera mariana,
Mangifera indica,
Mangifera khasiana,
Mangifera khoonmengiana,
Mangifera lagenifera,
Mangifera macrocarpa,
Mangifera caesia,
Mangifera lalijiwa,
Mangifera andamanica,
Mangifera applanata,
Mangifera austroindica,
Mangifera blommesteinii,
Mangifera bullata,
Mangifera zeylanica,
Mangifera subsessilifolia,
Mangifera taipa,
Mangifera sulavesiana,
Mangifera sumbawaensis,
Mangifera superba,
Mangifera swintonioides,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,