Which types of mango can you buy in Germany?
About 30 of the well over 1000 types of mango are available on the German market. There are always times new varieties offered and others disappear again from the market. So it's worth keeping your eyes open and looking for new varieties.
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Mangoes offered in Germany are being sold out different countries imported, including India, the USA, Australia, Thailand and the Philippines. But mangoes are also grown in other parts of Southeast Asia, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the tropical regions of Africa.
Some common types of mango:
- Kent: very sweet and juicy, small core
- Keitt: sweeter full of flavor
- Nam Dok Mai: very cute
- Manila Super Mango: supposedly the sweetest mango in the world
- Haden: most often offered, aromatic
- King: mild-sweet, spicy
Do mango trees also grow in Germany?
Mango trees can be kept in Germany as indoor or balcony plants. They cannot be planted in the garden because they
not hardy are. Plants can hardly be bought, however. If you want to own a mango tree, you should grow it yourself.Where can you buy mango seeds in Germany?
Unfortunately, you can't just buy mango seeds from a nursery. You may get some in a special delivery. The easiest way to grow a mango yourself is to plant a core from an eaten fruit. However, it must be completely freed from the pulp and cleaned so that it does not go moldy.
Use of mangoes
Mangoes are often used for fruit salads or desserts. They can be made into sorbet or smoothies. They are also very suitable for exotic dishes with poultry, fish or seafood.
The health effects of the mangoes are not insignificant. They contain a lot of vitamin A, improve blood clotting and strengthen the heart and immune system. Due to their low acid content, they are very digestible, in contrast to other exotic fruits.
Tips & Tricks
Buy different types of mango once to compare the taste.
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