Mangifera indica

The mango is native to the Indian subcontinent from where it spread all over the world. It is one of the most cultivated fruits of the tropical world and it is definitely my kind of fruit. This is the beginning of my yearly mango feast... and I am making rounds to survey the bounty. The usual problem is that the majority of the mango trees is unidentified and it is very difficult to put a name to the fruit with any certainty. But they are all good to me. I ate one from this tree today but can't guess its name. It's delicious.

Lonesome Valencia Pride

This is a Valencia Pride mango tree. The original tree was reportedly grown from a Haden mango seed planted in 1937 that fruited the first time in 1941. Later, a 2005 pedigree analysis confirmed that 'Haden' was indeed the parent of 'Valencia Pride'. The flesh is sweet, aromatic, firm, and fiberless. The tree is a vigorous large grower and is an excellent shade tree that produces very desirable fruits. It has one of the finest flavors of all of the late season varieties. The fruit ripens July to August. I should have tried to pick this one. Now I look back with immense regret!

Ok Rong

The mango (Mangifera Indica) originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have spread to many parts of the tropical and sub-tropical world, where the climate allows the mango to grow best. Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. The mango tree will fruit 4 to 6 years after planting. Miami is the home of some of the best mangoes anywhere. Here is the Ok Rong species of Thailand. It is very sweet and very well sought after but I am not crazy about it. I like the Zill better.