Mangosteen fruit plant

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana), often known as purple mangosteen, is a beautiful tropical tree native to Southeast Asia that is grown for its tart-sweet fruit. Mangosteen fruit is popularly consumed fresh, canned, or dried, and is prized for its luscious, delicate texture and slightly astringent flavor. The plant is utilized in traditional medicine in the area and has been touted as a cancer therapy alternative, however, human clinical trials are inadequate.

Name: Magosteen Fruit

Scientific name: Garcinia mangostana

Origin: Southeast Asia

Height: height of 9.5 meters

Family: Clusiaceae