Top 5 Fun Facts About Mangoes

Fun Facts About Mangoes - as part of the expert series by GeoBeats. Though somewhat less common in the United States, the mango is the most widely eaten fresh fruit in the world. Most of these mangoes come from India, which produces more mangoes than any other country on earth. The mango tree is a truly impressive sight for a fruit tree, growing upwards of 100 feet tall. In Hindu cultures, mangoes are considered a sacred fruit and are incorporated into a large number of symbols and rituals. Although mangoes make for a delicious treat, their leaves can be toxic to both people and animals.