Where is mangosteen originally from?

Where is mangosteen originally from?

Mangosteen's exact place of origin is unknown; however, it is native to both Malaysia and Indonesia.

Where is mangosteen currently being cultivated?

Mangosteen cultivation is currently limited to Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, India, the Philippines and other warm, tropical countries. It has remained primarily in Southeast Asia partly due to its strict climatic requirements and the fact that the fruit, although encased in a thick rind, remains edible for only a short period of time. In addition to that, mangosteen seeds are difficult to plant because they quickly lose their viability. Consequently, the number of trees that get successfully cultivated every year is very low. There have been attempts to cultivate mangosteen in Hawaii, however, the tree has not become well acclimated and is somewhat limited there.