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Mangifera indica is the scientific (botanical) name for the mango tree and fruit. Scientific names in binomial nomenclature uniquely identify species worldwide, regardless of local names. The other options listed (chickoo/sapodilla, kiwi, pineapple) have different scientific names and are not Mangifera indica.

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the botanical name for what is commonly called the shoe flower (or china rose). This species of hibiscus is widely known as shoeflower in many regions due to the shape of its flower. The other options are different flowers: rose, sunflower, and mogra (Arabian jasmine).

Brassica capitata is the scientific name for cabbage. The species name 'capitata' refers to the 'head' formation characteristic of cabbage. The other options are different vegetables: brinjal (eggplant), cauliflower (which is Brassica oleracea), and spinach (which is Spinacia oleracea).

Artocarpus heterophyllus is the botanical name for jackfruit (also spelled jackfruit). This tropical fruit is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. The other options listed are different plants: cashew (Anacardium occidentale), lime (Citrus aurantiifolia), and apple (Malus domestica).

Brassica oleracea is the scientific name for the species that includes several vegetables including cauliflower. While the same species also includes broccoli, cabbage, and kale (different cultivars), in this context cauliflower is the correct answer. The other options are different vegetables: okra (Abelmoschus esculentus), eggplant (Solanum melongena), and tomato (Solanum lycopersicum).

Cocos nucifera is the botanical name for the coconut palm. This scientific name universally identifies coconut across different languages and regions. The other options are different plants: cocoa (Theobroma cacao), carrot (Daucus carota), and cashew (Anacardium occidentale).

Helianthus annuus is the scientific name for the common sunflower. The genus name 'Helianthus' literally means 'sun flower' in Greek (helios = sun, anthos = flower). The other options are different flowers: lily (Lilium), China rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), and carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus).

Hibiscus esculentus (now more commonly classified as Abelmoschus esculentus) is the botanical name for lady's finger (also known as okra or bhindi). The vegetable is called lady's finger due to its long, slender shape resembling a finger. The other options are different vegetables: radish (Raphanus sativus), turnip (Brassica rapa), and coriander (Coriandrum sativum).

Psidium guajava is the botanical name for guava, a tropical fruit with pink or white flesh and small seeds. The other options are entirely different plants - grapefruit is a citrus, cashew is a tree nut, and strawberry is a berry.

Vinca alba is the white periwinkle, a flowering plant with white blossoms. The species name 'alba' means white, distinguishing it from purple, pink, or red varieties of Vinca.