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Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana)

Garcinia mangostana, the Mangosteen, is a tropical evergreen tree known for its sweet-tart purple fruit. It thrives in hot, humid climates with consistent moisture and we

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade; high light levels are beneficial for fruiting.

Watering

Requires consistent, abundant moisture; highly sensitive to drought and waterlogging.

Soil

Deep, rich, well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 5.0-6.5), high organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in warm, stable tropical temperatures, intolerant of cold or frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Moderate to high fertilization needed, especially for mature, fruiting trees, with emphasis on potassium and phosphorus.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade; high light levels are beneficial for fruiting.

Water

Requires consistent, abundant moisture; highly sensitive to drought and waterlogging.

Soil

Deep, rich, well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 5.0-6.5), high organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in warm, stable tropical temperatures, intolerant of cold or frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Moderate to high fertilization needed, especially for mature, fruiting trees, with emphasis on potassium and phosphorus.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-25 m

Spread

5-15 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Dark green

Leaf Type

Simple, oblong-elliptic

Optimal Sunlight Lux

35000

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Synonyms
Mangostana garcinia Gaertn.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyClusiaceae
  • genusGarcinia
  • speciesGarcinia mangostana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

None known.

Additional Care Tips

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