Mango trees across Kolkata are blooming with mukul, or inflorescence (the arrangement and clustering of flowers on a plant’s reproductive axis). Extreme winters can also harm the flowers.”This year, the absence of winter rain in Kolkata has led to trees appearing heavier with inflorescence. Since bees don’t get enough honey from the mango flowers, the crucial pollinators are flies,” explained Mandal. So, this year, we are expecting a low harvest since most mango trees are biennial bearers. “If you have a mango tree in your house, it has to be taken care of.

Source: The Telegraph February 23, 2026 09:50 UTC