Date: 24 Jun 2018
We can ID plants for you! Even Mango Elephant...
Q: I had a mango tree, the fruit was very large and no one knew the name of it. Can you please tell me the name of it or something about it? I have never seen this variety before. It weighed in at 7 lbs, it smells a little like bubble gum, its flesh is fiberless and the taste is watery with a little sweet. And do you have it for sale? I don't have the tree anymore. My pictures are about a year or two old, lighting struck the tree and it died so I have been trying ever since then to find another tree but I don't know what kind it is. I originally bought the tree on side of the road cause I always wanted a mango tree so I didn't care at the time what kind it was so I bought it but I was shocked at how big the mango was. However I collected rotten mangoes off the ground and planted the seeds. Only one germinated.
A: This
mango is called Elephant. We will try to
find this grafted variety and let you know when we have
it. Unfortunately seedlings take many years to fruit (8-15
for mango) and usually do not come trues to seed.
The closest variety by fruit size is Lancetilla, it is a giant 5
lb fruit, of a very good quality. And the best tasting and
the most popular - Nam Doc Mai
Date: 26 Feb 2026
Stop Sugar Crashes: 5 Tropical Fruit Hacks for Healthy Dessert
Exotic Tropical Fruits for Blood Sugar Management
🍨 Stop Sugar Crashes: 5 Tropical Fruit Hacks for Healthy Dessert
The smarter way to handle sugar cravings - no restriction required
Tired of the post-cookie slump? Sugar cravings are a physiological response to blood glucose fluctuations, not a lack of willpower. Refined sugars trigger an insulin spike followed by a hypoglycemic crash, trapping you in a cycle of fatigue and hunger.
The secret to metabolic health is managing glycemic load. By choosing nutrient-dense tropical fruits, you satisfy your sweet tooth while maintaining stable energy homeostasis.
The solution is not to give up dessert. It is to change what dessert means. Here is how to use tropical horticulture to hack your biology and regulate insulin:
🍭 1. Choose fruit that comes with fiber
Whole tropical fruits deliver sweetness wrapped in fiber, water, and nutrients. That slows sugar absorption and keeps energy steady.
Try:
· Mango, chilled and sliced
- · Sapodilla - naturally caramel-sweet
- · Mulberries by the handful
- · Loquat halves straight from the fridge
- · Dragon Fruit for light, clean sweetness
🍭 2. Pair sweet with fat to blunt the glucose spike
Healthy lipids are a biological hack for your metabolism. Fats slow gastric emptying, ensuring a steady glucose release rather than an inflammatory spike. Furthermore, lipids trigger cholecystokinin (CCK) - the hormone that signals satiety to the brain - effectively "turning off" cravings at the source.
· Avocado blended into a chocolate-style mousse: The monounsaturated fats create a creamy texture while blunting the sugar response.
- · Banana with nut butter: Combining fast-acting fruit sugars with dense protein and fats.
- · Pineapple with raw nuts: The bromelain in pineapple aids digestion, while the fats in nuts provide long-lasting satiety.
- · Mango mixed into full-fat yogurt: The combination of probiotics, protein, and lipids turns a simple fruit into a complete, low-glycemic snack.
🍭 3. Use naturally rich fruits in place of sugar
Some tropical fruits taste like dessert already.
· Jackfruit has candy-like sweetness
- · Sapote is creamy and custard-like
- · Guava brings floral depth
- · Cherries add brightness
- · Mash Banana into baking instead of white sugar.
- · Blend Mango into yogurt instead of syrup.
- · Top oatmeal with Mulberry instead of brown sugar.
🍭 4. Balance sweet with tart
Adding contrast reduces the urge to overeat sweetness.
· Carambola adds crisp tang.
- · Pineapple brightens the palate.
- · Loquat gives gentle acidity.
🍭 5. Start the day right
Skipping breakfast increases late-day sugar cravings.
A morning smoothie with Avocado, Banana, and Mango prevents the afternoon energy dip. Hydration also matters - thirst often disguises itself as a sweet craving.
🍭 In essence
Dessert is not the enemy. Refined sugar is.
When sweetness comes from nature's bounty, it nourishes instead of draining energy.
You do not need to quit dessert.
You just need to let nature handle it.
Consult with a healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have diabetes or metabolic conditions
🛒 Start your tropical fruit journey
Annona · Guava · Mango · Sapodilla · Mulberry · Pineapple · Avocado · Banana · Loquat · Dragon fruit · Jackfruit · Sapote · Cherries · Carambola
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- A leaf you grow, not a pill you buy: Insulin ginger - the plant people actually use
- How to lose weight naturally with tropical fruit and plants
- What's for breakfast? Guava versus Banana
- 11 tropical fruits to eat instead of taking a fiber supplement
- How to make lots of Insulin Ginger plants quickly and get more health benefits
- Truth about which fruit helps you lose weight faster: Mango or Papaya?
- Five best tropical fruits to naturally boost your energy
- Finally: a sugar that’s good for your health
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Date: 27 Jul 2023
Top varieties of pineapples
Q: I want to grow my own pineapples, which varieties do you recommend for the best production? Do I need any special organic fertilizer?
A: Growing your own pineapple is pure bliss. Watching the transformation from a small crown
into a luscious fruit is immensely rewarding. Every tropical gardener should
experience the joy of growing this tropical gem and relishing its sun-kissed
sweetness straight from the garden. Pineapples are easy to grow and can
fruit in containers too, so if you live in a colder climate, no problem! They
will take very little space in your greenhouse or sunroom. Just remember to feed
your pineapple plants with Sunshine Boosters so they will feed you the biggest and the sweetest
fruit! Sunshine Boosters are natural, organic-amino-acid based plant nutrients
that are perfect for any edibles.
There are several varieties of pineapples in commercial cultivation. Below
are the most interesting cultivars. Discover the pineapple paradise!
Elite Gold: Bursting with tropical flavor and vibrant gold flesh, Elite Gold dazzles with its unique taste and ornamental beauty.
Florida Special: Perfectly balanced sweetness and acidity, this variety thrives in warmer climates, gifting you a taste of Florida's sunshine.
Sugar Loaf: Irresistibly sweet with a hint of citrus, Sugar Loaf's compact size makes it an ideal choice for container gardening.
White Jade (Spineless Sweet): Exceptionally sweet and without spines, White Jade pampers you with a delectable, thorn-free harvest.
Lava Burst (Burgundy Variegated Rainbow): This visually stunning ornamental pineapple variety boasts striking burgundy and green leaves, resembling a rainbow of colors. Its fruit edible but small; its exceptional beauty adds a touch of exotic elegance to any garden or indoor space. Lava Burst is a delightful conversation starter and a captivating addition to your plant collection, making it a favorite among pineapple enthusiasts for its aesthetic appeal.
Embrace the sense of accomplishment and the satisfaction of savoring homegrown, mouthwatering pineapples - nature's sweetest gift!
Read more about Pineapples: The most luscious Hospitality Fruit.
Date: 14 Jun 2024
This is not a Photoshop! It is a true color of Plumeria
Rainbow Plumeria
🌈 This is not a Photoshop! It is a true color of Plumeria. Such multi-color varieties are called Rainbow Plumeria.
The season started and we have lots of fragrant and colorful blooms on our Plumerias that we introduced earlier.
Some of the colors are just beyond description!
Plumeria, or Frangipani - is a symbol of Hawaiian Tropics and the most favorite perfume flower.
🛒 Choose from fantastic colors of Plumeria
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Date: 2 Oct 2024
Is there such thing as a Rainbow Avocado?
🌈 Is there such thing as a Rainbow Avocado?
📸 Avocado Brogdon before fully ripe.
Get ready to elevate your avocado game with the Brogdon Avocado! This showstopper features stunning red-purple pear-shaped fruit that weighs in at 7 to 15 ounces, boasting a thin skin that reveals rich, yellow, buttery flesh inside.
Ripening in late summer to fall, the Brogdon is not just delicious; it’s also impressively cold-hardy, making it a fantastic choice for Central Florida gardeners. Your guacamole will thank you!
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