What is African mango?

African mango, also known as bush mango, is an edible fruit that grows on the Irvingia gabonensis tree, which is native to tropical Africa.^[1] The fruit is sweet and juicy and provides ascorbic acid (i.e., vitamin C).^[2][3] African mango seeds, sometimes called “dika nuts”, are high in fatty acids and other nutrients, like polyphenols and iron.^[1][4][5][6] The seeds can be eaten raw or roasted, and are used to make oil, gum, and thickening agents used in cooking.^[1][7][8] The seeds or their extracts are sold as dietary supplements under the name “African mango”. African mango is unrelated to mango fruit sold in U.S. grocery stores, which are typically from India or Southeast Asia.