Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Diarrhea treatment
General Benefits
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin
Treatment of acne, Treats minor cuts
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner
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Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
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Side Effects
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Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tropical
Season
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
Winter
Varieties
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Button Mangosteen and Lemondrop Mangosteen
Seedless Variety
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Color
Coral red, Yellow
Purple
Inside Color
Greyish-white
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sour, Sweet
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Origin
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Moluccas of Indonesia, Sunda Islands
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
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Soil pH
5.5-6.55-6
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid
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Facts about
- Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
- 'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
- It makes the best hair mask.
- Seeds are edible and healthy too.
Purple Mangosteen is often referred to as the 'Queen of Fruits'.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
Thailand
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Other Countries
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
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Top Importer
Singapore
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
Thailand