Question From:
Asmin begum in Belfield, sydney NSW
Nature of problem:
my mangoes have too much worms in them,never happened before,please suggest me something.thanks
Type of Plant (if known):
bawan mangoes
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
mangoes have worms in them, i have different kinds of mangoes and two of the trees have worms in the fruit.
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
normal soil, never put potting mix
How often do you water the plant:
once a week,or somtimes twice a week
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
aroun 6 hours
What type of plant is it:
mango
How long since you planted it:
14 years ago
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
no
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoor
What other treatments have you given the plant:
dont know of any treatment
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Asmin. This is probably Fruit Fly maggots. It is probably too late, but picking the fruit well prior to ripening is the best solution. If they won’t ripen off the tree, look up recipes for Green Mango Salads etc. Grated Green Mango is stunning with fish, salads etc. You can spray with Fruit Fly sprays such as the Eco Naturalure one. But this is pretty useless if the maggots are already inside the fruit. Don