DIVERSE ASSORTMENTS OF MANGOES IN INDIA : Grasshopper

Sakshi Nagar 17-07-2023 07:06 PM Food And Drinks

Mango is the king of fruits and everyone's favorite in India. Many varieties of mangoes are found in our country. You will be surprised to know that 1500 varieties of this fruit are grown in India. Now just think, when there are so many varieties, then their specialties will also be different. There is a lot of difference in the texture and taste of these mangoes, which are available with different names. Some varieties of mango are very popular like Dussehri, Langra, Chausa etc. Another funny thing about mangoes is that everyone has their own preferences about mangoes. Let us tell you about such special mangoes of India which are very popular and also how you can identify them.

1. MALDA MANGO

The Malda mango is named after the Malda district of West Bengal. There is also a special variety of this mango called Fazli. There is a demand for this mango even in foreign countries, so it is exported more.

2. CHAUSA MANGO

One of the most popular mango varieties, the Chausa mango is green and yellow in color and has an unforgettable taste. It is usually available in the markets at the end of the summer season and the beginning of the rainy season.

3. DUSSEHRI MANGO

Dussehri mango commonly grown in the northern parts of India is famous for its juicy taste. This mango is cultivated in UP. Its production is more in the villages around Lucknow like Kakori, Nandi Firozpur, and Malihabad.

4. HAPUS MANGO

Hapus is also known by the name Alphonso. It is quite famous for its sweetness and taste and is in great demand in the international market as well. The saffron-colored Hapus mangoes are the most expensive of all the mangoes available in our country. It is mainly grown in Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri, Deogarh, and Raigarh districts of Maharashtra.

5. LANGDA MANGO

Langra is one of the few famous varieties of mango which is found in Banaras and Uttar Pradesh. These mangoes are available from July to August. The name of this mango was langda because, for the first time, the farmer who grew this mango in his field had no legs.

6. KESAR MANGO

This mango got its name because it smells like saffron. It is cultivated in the surrounding areas of Gir Sanctuary. Saffron mango is mostly grown in Amreli and Junagadh districts.

7. HIMSAGAR MANGO

The Himsagar mango is native to the Murshidabad region of Bengal and is a medium-sized mango of yellow to green color in appearance. This mango is available only for a very short period i.e. from May to June.

8. BADAMI MANGO

Badami mango is also known as Alphonso of Karnataka. It is known for its freshness. Juice-making companies prepare juice from this mango pulp.

9. TOTAPURI MANGO

The name Totapuri is given to this mango because of its parrot-like color and shape. This mango is preferred in the form of pickles and salads. It mainly comes from Andhra Pradesh.

10. BANGANAPALLI MANGO

Safeda, Benishan, or Banganapalli mango, you can call it by any name. This yellow-colored mango is excellent in taste. It is produced in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh.

11. MALLIKA MANGO

Famous for its exceptionally sweet taste, Mallika mango is a hybrid variety of Dussheri and Neelam. It is available in the market between June and July.