Plants

Ataulfo mangoes, often called Honey or Champagne mangoes, belong to the species Mangifera indica, within the Anacardiaceae family, sharing lineage with cashews and pistachios. This tropical evergreen species, native to South Asia, has been selectively bred into numerous cultivars, with Ataulfo emerging as a standout for its petite size and creamy texture. Its botanical roots … Read more

Haden mangoes fall under the species Mangifera indica, a tropical evergreen within the Anacardiaceae family, alongside relatives like cashews and sumac. Originating from South Asia, this species has been bred into countless cultivars, with Haden standing out as a pivotal variety in modern mango cultivation. Its botanical lineage ties it to the broader mango family, … Read more

Tommy Atkins mangoes belong to the species Mangifera indica, part of the Anacardiaceae family, which also includes cashews and poison ivy. Native to South Asia, this tropical evergreen tree has been cultivated for millennia, resulting in numerous cultivars like Tommy Atkins. This variety, specifically bred for commercial appeal, reflects the diverse botanical lineage of mangoes, … Read more

Alphonso mangoes belong to the species Mangifera indica, a member of the Anacardiaceae family, which also includes cashews and pistachios. This evergreen tree is native to South Asia, particularly the Indian subcontinent, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years. The Alphonso cultivar, known scientifically as Mangifera indica ‘Alphonso,’ is a specific variety prized … Read more

Gala apples are classified as Malus domestica, a species within the Rosaceae family, which includes other pome fruits such as pears, cherries, and quinces. The genus Malus encompasses all domesticated apple cultivars, and Gala is a specific variety resulting from a controlled cross between Kidd’s Orange Red and Golden Delicious. Developed for its dessert qualities, … Read more

Honeycrisp apples are classified as Malus domestica, a species within the Rosaceae family, which includes other pome fruits like pears, cherries, and plums. The genus Malus encompasses all domesticated apple cultivars, and Honeycrisp is a modern variety developed through controlled cross-breeding. Introduced by the University of Minnesota, its parentage includes Honeygold (a Golden Delicious cross) … Read more

Pink Lady apples are classified as Malus domestica, a species within the Rosaceae family, which includes other pome fruits like pears, cherries, and roses. The genus Malus encompasses all domesticated apple cultivars, and Pink Lady is a specific variety, officially named ‘Cripps Pink’ after its creator. It’s a hybrid resulting from a cross between Lady … Read more

The Fuji apple is classified as Malus domestica, a species within the Rosaceae family, which includes other pome fruits like pears, cherries, and roses. The genus Malus encompasses all domesticated apple cultivars, and Fuji is a specific variety developed through intentional cross-breeding rather than a wild species or hybrid genus. It’s a result of crossing … Read more

Ambrosia apples are classified as Malus domestica, a species within the Rosaceae family, which includes other pome fruits like pears, quinces, and roses. The genus Malus encompasses all apples, with M. domestica representing the domesticated cultivars grown worldwide. Ambrosia is a modern variety, not a hybrid species but a cultivar derived from natural cross-pollination. Its … Read more

The Ugli fruit (Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi) is a hybrid citrus fruit that belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is a cross between a tangerine (Citrus reticulata), an orange (Citrus sinensis), and a grapefruit (Citrus paradisi). Genetically, it shares characteristics of all three, making it a distinctive member of the citrus genus (Citrus). Despite … Read more