The tree has been around for more than 4000 years in India and was taken to South America by the Portuguese, other parts of South Asia by Indians and to other tropical regions by othe A mango tree needs an ideal climate to grow. It is a tropical fruit and needs a lot of suns to grow and bear fruit. Proper mango tree care must be taken in order to ensure that the tree keeps bearing healthy flowers and fruits for the coming years. Mango trees grow vigorously and must be calmed through timely pruning. It is important to be aware of the type of seed to use and when to graft the mango rootstock.