What is the botanical name of mango?

Mangifera indica

The correct answer is Option (3) – Mangifera indica

Explanation:

• Mangifera is the genus name, which refers to a group of plants sharing similar characteristics.
• Indica is the species name, indicating the specific type of mango.
• Together, Mangifera indica uniquely identifies the mango plant species in the plant kingdom taxonomy.

The other options provided are:

• Monoon longifolium is not the botanical name of mango but a different plant species.
• Casuarina refers to a genus of trees known as sheoaks, not mango.
• Cocos nucifera is the botanical name for coconut palm, which is also a different plant species.