Mangifera griffithii

Botanical Description

Mangifera griffithii is an evergreen tree; it usually grows 20 - 30 metres tall, occasionally to 40 metres. The bole is usually free of branches for more than half its height, up to 80cm in diameter and free of buttresses[ 894 Title The Mangoes. Their Botany, Nomenclature, Horticulture and Utilization. Publication Author Kostermans A.J.G.H.; & Bompard J.M. Publisher Academic Press; London Year 1993 ISBN 0-12-421920-9 Description A very detailed book about the genus Mangifera, which includes the well-known Mango. ]. Although it does not fruit every year, the tree is grown as a fruit crop within the plant's native range[ 894 Title The Mangoes. Their Botany, Nomenclature, Horticulture and Utilization. Publication Author Kostermans A.J.G.H.; & Bompard J.M. Publisher Academic Press; London Year 1993 ISBN 0-12-421920-9 Description A very detailed book about the genus Mangifera, which includes the well-known Mango. ]. It is sold in local markets, usually at a premium price compared to other mangoes due to its scarcity[ 894 Title The Mangoes. Their Botany, Nomenclature, Horticulture and Utilization. Publication Author Kostermans A.J.G.H.; & Bompard J.M. Publisher Academic Press; London Year 1993 ISBN 0-12-421920-9 Description A very detailed book about the genus Mangifera, which includes the well-known Mango. ]. The wood is also harvested, both for local use and for trade.