Dip treatment of <em>Aloe vera</em> gel and <em>Aloe vera</em> in combination with cinnamon essential oils on stem-end rot of mango cv. ‘Karthakolomban’

Abstract

Highlights• Aloe vera gel and cinnamon oils control stem-end rot of mango cv. 'Karthakoloban' stored at 12 -14 ℃.• Aloe vera gel coatings extend the storage life of mango cv. 'Karthakolomban' up to ten days.• Treatments do not adversely affect the physicochemical and sensory properties.• Treatments are harmless to the consumer as well as the environment.