TheWild Mango tree grows in the warm, humid tropical forests ofWestern Africa and can reach 20metres in height. Its abundant fruit is green in colour and looks like small mangoes. The fruits flesh is yellow and fibrous and very tasty. Its nut contains an edible kernel which can be made into a rich paste used for thickening culinary sauces. Pressing the kernel yields a vegetable butter that has been chosen by Clarins Laboratories for its repairing, nourishing and hydrating properties.