The Nam Dok Mai mango (, also spelled Nam Doc Mai) is a mango

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which originated in

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. It is the most popular mango variety in Thailand, and is grown commercially in

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and

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as well, albeit as a minor variety. The Nam Dok Mai tree is medium-sized, and can potentially reach heights of over six meters. It is an early-midseason variety, with the potential for multiple crops in a year. The fruit is elongated, with a prominent beak, and is normally yellow with green spots. It is a

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-seeded variety. The flesh of the fruit is known for having very little fibre, strong and pleasant aroma, and very sweet taste. Nam Dok Mai trees are planted in the

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germplasm repository in

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, as well as the

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