Aam

 

*Botanical name:- Mangifera indica

*Local name:- Aam, king of fruit, Aamkali, Neelam, Malgova, Malda, Mango.

*Family -  Anacardiaceae

 Famous mango varieties in India - Totapuri, Hapus, Sindhura, Banginapalli, Ratnagiri, Chausa, Raspuri, Pairi, Himsagar, Neelam, Malgova, Malda, Langra, Kesar, ​Badami.

* Medicinal used – Prevents anemia:-

 Mango is rich in iron. Consuming mango in adequate quantities helps in increasing iron levels. Also, the vitamin C present in mango increases the absorption of iron.

Improves digestion:- Disorders of the digestive system are a major cause of poor health. Being rich in fiber and polyphenols, consuming mango aids in decreasing constipation and inflammation of the bowels.

Helps gain weight:- Many individuals find it hard to gain weight. According to Ayurveda, consuming mango with milk helps in nourishing the body and gaining weight.

Improves eyesight:- Do you know why the mango pulp has a rich yellow color  It is due to the presence of an abundance of carotenoids which help in improving eyesight.

Keeps heart healthy:- Research shows that low selenium levels are linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Mango is a good source of selenium and B6, both of which promote heart health.

 Anti-cancer effects:- Mangiferin, a natural polyphenol present in mango, has been shown to exert anti-cancer properties.  They also say that this polyphenol has antioxidant properties, which decrease oxygen-free radicals and reduces damage to the DNA.

 

Other Uses- Human food and beverage- Beverage base, Emergency (famine) food, Fruits, Honey,honey flora, Spices and culinary herbs.

Materials-  Carved material , Dye-tanning, Miscellaneous materials, Wood,timber.

Season of planting-

Planting spreads from July to December

*Environmental benefits - Agroforestry

Boundary, barrier or support

Shade and shelter

Soil improvement