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Translucent flesh disorder (TFD) is related to mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana). It a physiological disorder characterized by the flesh turning from white to translucent and becoming firm and crisp instead of soft.

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Translucent flesh disorder (TFD) is a physiological disorder primarily affecting mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana L.).

What it is:

TFD manifests as flesh arils (the segments of the mangosteen fruit) becoming firm and appearing transparent or translucent, similar to watercore in apples or pears.

Symptoms:

The disorder is characterized by changes in flesh color (from white to translucent) and texture (from soft to firm and crisp), typically found in the larger segments of the fruit.

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[Translucent flesh disorder of mangosteen is a major cause of reduced fruit quality. Symp- toms, usually found in large segments (car- pels) of the fruit, include flesh changes from white to translucent and textural changes from soft to firm and crisp.]

Translucent flesh disorder is primarily associated with the mango fruit crop (Mangifera indica). This physiological disorder is characterized by the development of a water-soaked, translucent appearance in the flesh of the fruit, often leading to a soft, jelly-like texture. It is typically caused by imbalances in calcium uptake, improper irrigation practices, or environmental stressors such as high humidity and temperature fluctuations during fruit development. The disorder not only affects the visual and textural quality of the fruit but also reduces its market value. Proper orchard management, including balanced fertilization and controlled irrigation, can help mitigate the occurrence of translucent flesh disorder in mangoes.