Mangosteen (mangosteen, mangosteen): features of the fruit, its use and tips on growing

Mangosteen appeared in our country not so long ago.This is an exotic fruit, which includes a lot of useful properties. The fruit tree grows in the tropics and is very popular in the world. The fruits grow on an evergreen tree that can reach 25 meters in height. For a large number of useful vitamins and microelements, the fruit is loved all over the world.

There is a legend that this fruit was first seen by the Buddha. After he tried it, he gave the fruit as a gift to people. Mangosteen is a hybrid of 2 tree varieties. This happened in the course of natural evolution, without the help of people. The fruit does not need to be pollinated, it can fertilize on its own. The tree grows only in a hot climate, in conditions of high humidity. The height of the tree can reach 25 meters, and the young leaves have a pinkish tint. Over time, they become green tint. The flowers have a very interesting and extraordinary look. Their petals are very fleshy, and on them are red and green specks.

After flowering on the tree appear fruits of round shape and small size. Exotic fruit is a dessert fruit. It looks very interesting and has a rich maroon-purple color. The shell of the fruit is very dense, and before eating it is better to clean it. Sometimes the thickness of the peel of the fruit reaches 1 cm.

Mangosteen inside is very similar to garlic. The flesh of the fruit is white and has a soft texture. It splits into 5-10 lobules. A bone can be found in some lobules.

The number of slices inside says the picture below the fruit. In size, the fruit resembles a tangerine. It has a very complex taste that is difficult to describe. Most gourmets claim that mangosteen has a pleasant taste. An interesting combination of fresh notes and mild sourness. It is very juicy and literally dissolves in the mouth. Mangosteen has a very rich fruity odor and low calorie content. 100 g of the product contains about 65 calories. It contains vitamins A, B, C, E and D. As well as trace elements in the form of calcium, phosphorus, zinc and iron. The composition also includes catechin and proanthocyanide.

Due to the presence of a large number of nutrients, the fruit was known 2 centuries ago. It strengthens the immune system, accelerates healing and reduces inflammation. With its regular use also significantly reduces allergies and skin rashes. Fruit copes with various microbes, viruses and fungus. Argued that in its composition there are unique substances that contribute to the cure of cancer. The fruit contains nicotinic acid, which helps to cure nicotine and alcohol dependence. It is very effective for the prevention of cataracts and hypertension.

Useful qualities of mangosteen:

• copes with insomnia;
• helps to satisfy hunger for a long time;
• contributes to the normalization of digestion and speeds up the metabolism in the body;
• cleanses the body of harmful substances;
• significantly rejuvenates the skin;
• copes with headaches;
• balances hormones and normalizes the thyroid gland.

Due to the presence of nutrients, it is able to restore the liver, improves blood condition and so on. Eating a fruit as a dessert after a main meal will help control blood sugar levels and regulate weight. This is especially useful to all who watch their figure.

Fruit is actively used in cosmetology. Fruit extract is used in soaps, creams and various masks for the skin. Mangosteen juice perfectly copes with various skin rashes and even eczema.Some time ago, the mangosteen fruit juice appeared on the market. It is advised to use for good health and recovery after surgery. Juice is also used in the fight against obesity. It is used in the prevention of cancer.

Beauticians often use mangosteen body oil. It has effective antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Promotes the production of collagen and improves blood circulation. It combats the formation of pigment formations and gives the skin a healthy and radiant appearance. In the cold season, this oil perfectly moisturizes dry skin and eliminates irritation during prolonged exposure to the outside.

Fruit is good to use with diets. When a limited number of dishes is present in the diet, its sweet taste and aroma can decorate more than one dish of a slimming person. Dried mangosteen also has a large number of nutrients. In folk medicine, people in Asia are very popular dried mangosteen. The peel is carefully ground into powder and various ointments and creams are made on its basis. They are used in the treatment of various skin diseases. Antibacterial creams for the feet are a huge success.

Some slices of mangosteen are used as dessert. Due to difficulties in transporting fresh fruit, they are very often canned in the form of syrup. It is important to remember that pasteurization should not be longer than 10 minutes. If you exceed the allotted time, the fruit will lose its taste and useful qualities.

Among the culinary gourmets, mangosteen sauce is a great success. This is a unique product for our country. This is an unusual combination of the taste of tropical fruit and spicy plants. This sauce has a delicate and delicious flavor and contains in its composition a large number of nutrients. It goes well with fried dishes, rolls, pancakes and even dumplings. It goes well with salads as a separate dressing or in combination with mayonnaise. Natural and very nutritious product for real gourmets and connoisseurs of gastronomic experiments.

Sprigs of a tree are used as chewing sticks. In China, mangosteen peel is used for tanning leather. Also from the skin make a dye in black.

Fruit has no specific contraindications, but there are some limitations in its use. Do not eat the fruit of an exotic fruit if:

• it causes an allergic reaction;
• medication is used to thin the blood;
• a woman is pregnant or nursing;
• child under the age of 3 years.

This fruit is very exotic for our country. When choosing in the store it is very easy to make a mistake and buy a poor quality product.

There are a few simple rules when choosing mangosteen:

• ripe fruit is tight and should spring back a little when pressed;
• you should avoid buying very small specimens, because of the presence of dense and thick skin, there may be very little pulp
• high-quality and ripe fruit has a bright color;
• a damaged product is distinguished by a dry and cracked skin;
• It is necessary to give preference to fruits from China and Thailand.

Before you try it for the first time, you need to learn the proper cleaning process. Peeling an exotic fruit is quite simple, but some rules must be followed. At the beginning, the stalk comes off and the peel is cut in a circle.

This type of fruit is better to use immediately after purchase. These fruits are very picky about storage conditions.To preserve all the useful qualities of mangosteen, the temperature should be about 3-7 degrees. Humidity should be at least 90%. Keep in the fridge this fruit can not be. In a very short time, the fruits turn into very hard and tasteless balls.

In a dry and closed place, he can safely maintain high quality for about 20 days. After this period, the fetus begins to deteriorate. The rind becomes stiff, and the flesh dries out and loses its flavor.

Mature fruits can retain their original taste for a month, at a temperature not higher than 12 degrees. Indian scientists have shown that the optimum storage temperature of the fruit is 5.5 degrees, with a relative humidity of 89%. Under such conditions, the fruit can be stored for up to 50 days. Each fruit must be wrapped in a thin layer of paper and placed in wooden containers or boxes. Each layer is important to sprinkle with wood shavings.

This type of fruit is very demanding in terms of care. It is quite difficult to grow at home. It is impossible to grow a fruit tree from a stone. A small sprout may appear, but it will wither away very quickly and wither. Perhaps growing at home from seed. You can plant bones, which are sold in specialized stores. Another option would be planting the fruit brought from Thailand. Fruit seeds are not so in our traditional sense. Most likely, they resemble small tubers. It is worth remembering that the seeds have the ability to germinate only 40 days after they have been packed.

It is necessary to pay special attention to the preparation of soil for planting. At the bottom of the pots, the drainage is laid, and the ground is poured in from above with the addition of peat. The seed of a fruit plunges into the soil by 2 centimeters. Then the ground should be slightly moistened and covered with cling film. This is a very important stage for creating a closed environment with high humidity. This is a very slow plant in terms of development and growth. When deciding to grow it at home, you should have a lot of patience. The first shoots may appear after 2 months. The height of the tree will be 20 centimeters only in 2-3 years.

All this is possible only under special conditions for the growth of a tropical fruit. Mangosteen loves heat and humidity. The best option for growing a fruit tree is 30 degrees. To organize a moist environment for the plant at home is very difficult. The only option would be frequent watering and spraying the plant. But constantly flooding the plant with water is not worth it. The ground should be slightly damp, but not wet. Dangerous for the fruit temperature is more than 35 degrees or below 5.

More feedback from consumers of the exotic fruit is positive. There is a stunning taste of the fruit, which is impossible to compare with anything. Many believe that it is the most delicious fruit in the world. Consumers who did not know about the beneficial properties of the fruit, gladly bought it on the next trip.

Beauticians are very positive about the effectiveness of this product in the composition of face and body creams. Mangosteen based products are excellent for acne, acne and even eczema. Ointments, which include mangosteen, have proven themselves in the fight against age spots and age-related skin changes.

A large number of consumer reviews related to the use of syrup and the fruit itself to combat excess weight. Medical workers also note the positive effect of mangosteen concentrate on the fight against extra pounds. Fruit puts hormones in order, promotes a surge of strength, eliminates irritability and bad mood, which are characteristic of all slimming.Mangosteen perfectly reduces the feeling of hunger and helps cleanse the body of excess toxins and waste. Consumers who use mangosteen syrup and concentrate for weight loss have reported no diarrhea or constipation. There were no problems with the digestive system, which happens with a limited diet.

In the next issue of the TV show "Live is great!" You will learn about the benefits of mangosteen.