mango varieties

Van Dyke is an eye catching Florida cultivar which enjoys wide acceptance throughout Europe. The fiberless fruit has a rich sweet flavor that is both spicy and sweet. Its excellent disease resistance is complemented by exceptional color. The original tree grew from a seed likely planted in the 1930s on the property of Mrs. Madeline Van Dyke in Miami, Florida. For decades the parentage of Van Dyke was unknown, though a 2005 pedigree analysis estimated that Haden was the likely parent. The fruit is of oval shape with a rounded base and a bluntly pointed apex. Most fruit will also contain a small lateral beak. They average under a pound at maturity, with smooth yellow skin color and bright red blush. The flesh is yellow with minimal fiber, and has a rich and sweet flavor and aroma. It contains a monoembryonic seed. The fruit typically ripen from June to July in Florida, and production is considered to be good. Van Dyke is moderately fungus resistant. Van Dyke trees are vigorous growers with open, spreading canopies.

Zill is a Haden seedling selected in Lake Worth , Florida in 1940. The fruit are born in clusters and have a tendancy to ripen all at the same time. The flesh is firm, juicy, and has a very pleasant aroma. The flavor is sweet having just a hint of pineapple. The fruit ripens from June to early July.

Sindhri which is also the national fruit of Pakistan is grown in Sindh, Pakistan. This mango is sharply elongated in shape and has a pointed curve. Because of its extreme sweetness and flavor it is also known as Honey Mango. The flesh of this mango is really soft and melts very quickly and due to this reason it cannot be stored for long and have to be eaten within 2 ? 3 days whenever purchased. When it comes to appearance, it is uniform in color and does not possess any spots.

Chaunsa which is grown in Multan districts of Punjab in Pakistan is the fourth most popular breed of mango as it has a unique fragrance and extremely delicious taste. The flesh of this mango contains minimal amount of fiber and is exceptionally soft. This variety can be grown from early June to early September. It is pale yellow in color and is usually considered as a delight for all mango lovers.

Badami mango is grown in southern parts of India in the months of May, June and July and is exported all around the world. It is eaten both raw and is also consumed in the form of mango shakes. Because of its quality to fight diseases more effectively it is able to retain its freshness for longer time periods and is thus easily stored and exported. It has a soft flesh and it is often said that it when eaten cold then it is extraordinarily delicious. Also, its pale yellow color makes it all the more elegant and beautiful in looking.

Madame Francique is also one of the top varieties of mangoes which is cultivated in Haiti and is famous by the name of Dessert Mango because of its traditional use in desserts. June and July is the ripening season of Madame Francique. This variety comes in varying colors which may be either light green or orange or slightly yellow. The rich, sweet and spicy taste of this mango makes it all the more best selling. The tree on which this mango is grown is one of the most popular trees of Haiti and that is why this mango variety is considered the best Caribbean variety of mangoes.

Kesar is primarily grown in India and mostly in the state of Gujarat. It is usually small in size and has a round shape. It is the second most exported item because of its terrific sweetness. Though when it comes to appearance, it is dull and has patches of yellow color on it but when it is about the inside texture then it is really smooth and also have a nice fragrance with intense yellow flesh. The soft patches and compressed areas make this variety of mangoes really popular and favorite of most of the people around the world.

Another fiberless cultivar grown in the South. This mango is Andhra Pradeshs prime variety, and those hailing from this state are fiercely loyal of this moderately juicy, yellow variety.

A popular variety in North India and Pakistan. Its one of the first mangoes to appear during the season. Sweet Bombay green mangos are packed with flavor.

Incredibly, 80 percent of the mangos cultivated in the North of India can be traced back to the 200-year-old Dashehari trees located in the village bearing its namesake. In this regard, Dashehari mangoes are one of the mother mango varieties in the country. Apparently the first tree was planted when a wandering mango tradesman threw a variety onto the ground in a fit of rage after getting into a fight with the monk who housed him. The community in Malihabad takes every efforts to preserve the heritage of these fantastic trees. And rightfully so, as its pulp is sweet and succulent.