{"product_id":"blue-mango-grafted-hybrid-plant","title":"Blue Mango Grafted Hybrid  Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe term \"Blue Mango\" typically refers to a rare and exotic variety of mango known as Mango Kasturi (Mangifera casturi), though it may also refer to specific hybrids or imported varieties that develop a dark, bluish-purple skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a detailed description of the \"Blue Mango\":\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Appearance and Color\u003cbr\u003eUnlike the common yellow or red mango, the blue mango is famous for its striking exterior:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmature Skin: Starts as a deep green, similar to other mangoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature Skin: As it ripens, the skin transforms into a dark purple-blue or charcoal-black hue. This is often described as a \"waxy\" or \"velvety\" finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlesh: Inside, the fruit provides a sharp contrast, featuring a vibrant orange or deep golden pulp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Flavor and Texture\u003cbr\u003eTaste: It is known for a rich, complex flavor. While very sweet, it often has a spicy or resinous undertone that sets it apart from standard varieties like the Alphonso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroma: The fruit is highly aromatic, with a scent that can be detected from a distance when fully ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture: The flesh is typically juicy and soft. While some wilder varieties may have slight fibers near the stone, modern cultivated \"blue\" varieties are bred to be quite smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Origin and Varieties\u003cbr\u003eThe Kasturi Mango: Native to the Borneo region of Indonesia. Sadly, it is considered extinct in the wild and exists today primarily through cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Parpel (Vietnam): A more recent variety often found in nurseries today is imported from Vietnam. This variety is specifically prized for its purple-blue blush, which can be enhanced by \"bagging\" the fruit (covering it with paper bags while on the tree) to protect the skin from direct sun damage while it develops its color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"India's #1 Largest Plant Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47856430874849,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/8476\/2337\/files\/6zfKGYiE_TMGCP94B1I_2024-05-10_1.webp?v=1768453421","url":"https:\/\/farmgao.com\/products\/blue-mango-grafted-hybrid-plant","provider":"India's #1 Largest Plant Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}