Mangoes with shriveled skin were picked too early and will have tough, fibrous meat. A few black spots indicate that the fruit is extremely ripe. You can store ripe mangoes in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Mangoes, which belong to the same family as poison ivy and poison oak, should always be peeled before eating because their skin may irritate the mouth.
Wild mangoes have an aftertaste reminiscent of turpentine.
Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement . Please read our Privacy Policy .