Indian mango (Mangifera indica) observed in Sixth Ave, Honolulu, HI, US
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Urban Ecology
iNaturalistTracking where mango trees grow in cities like Honolulu helps gardeners and communities understand which tropical fruit trees thrive in urban environments — and where to find or plant them.
Someone spotted and documented a mango tree growing on a street in Honolulu, and the sighting was verified as research-grade, meaning experts confirmed the identification. Mango trees are one of the most beloved fruit trees in tropical regions, and this kind of record helps build a picture of where they're flourishing in Hawaiian neighborhoods. It's a small but real contribution to understanding urban fruit trees in the islands.
Key Findings
A single Indian mango (Mangifera indica) was observed and confirmed at research-grade quality on Sixth Ave, Honolulu, HI
The observation is located in an urban residential street setting, indicating mango cultivation or naturalization in city environments
The record contributes to iNaturalist's community science database, adding a verified geolocation data point for this species in Hawaii
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A research-grade observation of an Indian mango tree was recorded on Sixth Ave in Honolulu, Hawaii, contributing a verified data point to community science records of this tropical fruit tree in urban Honolulu.
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Research-grade observation of Indian mango in Sixth Ave, Honolulu, HI, US.
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