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Here’s a detailed description of the Blue Mango Plant, also known for its rare and exotic appearance:

Blue Mango Plant Description
Common Name: Blue Mango
Botanical Name: Mangifera indica (Blue cultivar – possibly fictional or extremely rare)
Family: Anacardiaceae

Note on Authenticity:
While many images and listings online mention "blue mangoes", especially showing mangoes with a bluish or purplish hue, it's important to note that:

There is no scientifically recognized blue-fleshed mango variety.

The term “blue mango” usually refers to mangoes with bluish or deep purple skin (especially when unripe) or may be a marketing name.

Some varieties like ‘Neelam’, ‘Miyazaki’, or hybrids can appear bluish-purple during certain stages of ripening.

General Plant Characteristics (based on Mangifera indica):
Type:

Perennial, tropical, evergreen fruit tree

Height & Spread:

Grows up to 10–30 meters tall

Broad, dense canopy with wide-spreading branches

Leaves:

Long, leathery, and lanceolate

Young leaves are reddish to purple, turning green as they mature

Flowers:

Small, yellowish-white flowers in large, branching inflorescences

Fragrant and attract bees and other pollinators

Fruits (Blue Mango Type):

Medium to large in size

Skin may appear bluish, purple, or deep violet, especially when unripe or in shaded growth

Flesh is typically orange-yellow, juicy, and sweet

Contains a single large seed

Growing Conditions:
Climate: Warm, tropical to subtropical climates

Soil: Well-drained loamy soil with good organic content

Light: Full sun is essential

Watering: Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established

Propagation:
Usually propagated through grafting for true-to-type fruit

Seed propagation is common for rootstock

Uses:
Edible Fruit: Eaten fresh, in juices, chutneys, pickles, and desserts

Cultural Significance: Mango is considered sacred in many cultures

Ornamental Value: The "blue" hue gives it exotic appeal in landscaping and collections

🌟 Fun Fact:
Many images of blue mangoes online are digitally enhanced or artificially colored. Always verify with botanical sources or certified nurseries before buying "blue mango" plants.

Let me know if you'd like help finding real cultivars with purple or unusual skin tones (like ‘Irwin’, ‘Tommy Atkins’, or Japanese ‘Miyazaki’).