Garcinia Mangostana Collection

Garcinia mangostana, mangosteen
Plate 648 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) C016 / 5659
Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana). Plate 35 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

The Mangosteen (engraving)
1602235 The Mangosteen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mangosteen. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 May 1855)

garcinia mangostana, mangosteen
Garcinia mangostana Mangosteen Purple subject

Purple Mangosteen -Garcinia mangostana-, market in the market halls, Singaraja, North Bali, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana). Watercolor by Delahaye

Garcinia mangostana (Mangosteen), fruit and white endocarp, close-up

Garcinia mangostana, Mangosteen
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Discover the exotic allure of Garcinia mangostana, also known as the Mangosteen, a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. With its distinctive purple rind and sweet, juicy white segments, this luscious fruit has been cherished for centuries in regions like Bali, Indonesia. The Mangosteen's rich history is reflected in engravings and watercolors, such as the one from 1789 by Delahaye. Delve into the vibrant markets of Singaraja, North Bali, to experience the fruit's irresistible charm firsthand. Beyond its delectable taste, the Mangosteen is also celebrated for its potential health benefits, making it a must-try for adventurous palates and wellness enthusiasts alike.