Is a Mango a Melon? The Definitive Answer
                                
                                
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                                Over 5,000 years ago, the first mangoes were cultivated in India, a lineage completely separate from the melon family. Despite some similar uses and sweet profiles, a mango is not a melon, and understanding their botanical classifications reveals key differences.