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The mango tree belongs to the genus Mangifera. This genus comprises of a number of species of tropical fruiting trees in the flowering plant family of Anacardiaceae. Known as the king of fruits, Mango, the name is derived from the Tamil word 'Mangkay' or 'man-gay'. In the 16th century, the Portuguese settlers in Western India adopted the name as 'manga'. The mango tree is mainly cultivated for its fruit, though it is not only the fruit, but many parts of the tree like the leaves, bark, roots, etc., which can be put to some use or the other. The fruit is famous world over for its food, juice, flavour, colour and fragrance. The leaves of the mango tree are considered auspicious by many Indian communities and are often used as decorations at weddings and other religious ceremonies.
The raw mango is generally green in colour, though the ripe variety is available in a number of colours including yellow, orange, red or purple. 

Health Benefits of Eating Mangoes
Mango is associated with many health benefits, which may be listed as follows:

• As a rich source of Iron, mangoes are a must have for pregnant women and anemic patients. Regular consumption of mangoes by pregnent womwn ensures the proper development of the fetus
• Mangoes contain phenolic compounds, which are rich in anti-oxidants, which help in fighting cancer
• If consumed on a regular basis, mangoes help to combat acidity and ensure proper bowel movement, thereby making the digestive system strong
• Mango is a rich source of vitamin A, E and Selenium, which help to protect against heart disease and other such related ailments
• Mango is also an effective remedy to remove clogged pores of the skin
• Research has shown that eating mangoes can help you get relief from  Kidney related problems including nephritis
• Eating mangoes also provides relief from respiratory problems, fever, constipation, etc