A Comprehensive Guide to All Mango Types in India

India is the world's largest mango producer, and if you've ever stood in a market between May and July wondering which one to pick, you already know the problem.

In India, there are almost a thousand different kinds of mangoes, each associated with a particular area, time of year, and diet. Every single one of them has a backstory, even though not all of them end up on store shelves.

From the well-known to the subtly brilliant, this guide covers the mango varieties that are worth learning about. Here's what India's mango map actually looks like, whether you're shopping, dining, or just inquisitive.

40+ Mango Varieties Across India That Define Its True Taste

Below is a table of mangoes that represents a broad cross-section of all mango types found across the country, followed by a closer look at each variety.

Mango Name	Region	Season
Alphonso	Maharashtra	March - May
Kesar	Gujarat	May - June
Dasheri	Uttar Pradesh	June - July
Banganapalli	Andhra Pradesh	April - June
Langra	Uttar Pradesh, Bihar	June - August
Totapuri	Karnataka, AP, Tamil Nadu	May - July
Badami	Karnataka	May - June
Neelam	Pan-India	June - July
Malgova	Tamil Nadu	May - June
Chausa	Uttar Pradesh, Haryana	July - August
Rajapuri	Maharashtra	June - July
Himayat	Andhra Pradesh	June - July
Sinduri	Bihar, Uttar Pradesh	June - July
Himsagar	West Bengal	May - June
Pairi	Maharashtra, Goa	April - June
Suvarnarekha	Andhra Pradesh	June - July
Mankurad	Goa	May - July
Raspuri	Karnataka	May - July
Rumani	Tamil Nadu, AP	June - July
Fazli	West Bengal, Bihar	July - August
Kishan Bhog	Bihar	June - July
Lakshmanbhog	West Bengal	June - July
Zardalu	Bihar	June - July
Gopalbhog	West Bengal	May - June
Bombay Green	Uttar Pradesh, Punjab	May - June
Malda	Bihar, West Bengal	June - July
Gulab Khas	Bihar, Uttar Pradesh	June - July
Chandrakaran	Kerala	May - July
Panchadara Kalasa	Andhra Pradesh	June - July
Pedda Rasalu	Andhra Pradesh	May - July
Cherukurasam	Andhra Pradesh	May - July
Appemidi	Karnataka	April - June
Lalbagh	Karnataka	May - June
Suvarna Mohan	Karnataka	May - June
Amrapali	Pan-India	July - August
Mallika	Pan-India	June - July
Ratna	Maharashtra	May - June
Sindhu (Seedless Mango)	Maharashtra	May - June
Arka Anmol	Karnataka	May - June
Arka Puneet	Karnataka	May - June
Vanraj	Gujarat	May - June
Imam Pasand	Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu	June - July

Alphonso

The Alphonso, which is frequently referred to as the "gold standard" of all mango varieties in India, requires little introduction. Grown primarily along the Konkan coast, it is the variety that most Indians associate with "aam season." It's one of those fruits that truly deserves the hype and is exported all over the world.

Highlights

• Region: Ratnagiri and Devgad, Maharashtra
• Taste: Rich, sweet, with a hint of saffron-like depth
• Colour: Deep golden-yellow skin, bright orange flesh
• Known as: Hapus
• Size and Shape: Medium-sized, oval to oblong

Benefits

• Rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C
• An excellent source of dietary fibre
• has antioxidants that boost immunity.
• Naturally hydrating and low in sodium

Kesar

Gujarat's response to Alphonso. The Kesar mango is equally flavourful and has a saffron-colored pulp that gives it its name. Grown in the Girnar mountain foothills, it is popular throughout western India and has a GI tag.

Highlights

• Region: Junagadh, Gujarat
• Taste: Sweet, mildly tangy, aromatic
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, deep orange pulp
• Famous for: Mango milkshakes and aamras
• Known as: The Queen of Mangoes
• Size and Shape: Medium, round to oval

Benefits

• Packed with Vitamin A
• promotes the health of the skin
• An excellent source of folate
• includes digestive enzymes.

Dasheri

A summertime favourite in Uttar Pradesh. One of the mango varieties that people in North India grow up eating straight from the tree, still warm from the afternoon sun, is dasheri. It is very fragrant, sweet, and pleasantly fibrous.

Highlights

• Region: Malihabad, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet, mild, fragrant
• Colour: Pale yellow-green skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Table eating and juicing
• Known as: Dussehri
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, elongated

Benefits

• A good source of vitamin C
• Includes vitamin B6, which is good for the brain.
• Low-calorie fruit
• Packed with natural sugars for rapid energy

Banganapalli

One of the most commercially important mango types in South India. Large, smooth-skinned, and mildly sweet, Banganapalli is often the first mango many South Indians encounter each season.

Highlights

• Region: Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
• Taste: Mildly sweet, less fibrous
• Colour: Golden yellow skin, pale yellow flesh
• Famous for: Export and commercial use
• Known as: Benishan or Chappatai
• Size and Shape: Large, oblong, flat-sided

Benefits

• High fibre content aids digestion
• Contains potassium for heart health
• Good source of Vitamin C
• Naturally low in fat

Langra

One of the most beloved mango types in North and East India, Langra stays green even when ripe, which confuses first-timers every single time. But crack it open and the flesh is a bright, sweet yellow that barely needs any description.

Highlights

• Region: Varanasi (UP), Bihar, West Bengal
• Taste: Sweet, slightly tangy, very aromatic
• Colour: Stays green when ripe, yellow-orange flesh
• Famous for: Its deceptively green appearance
• Known as: Langra Banarsi
• Unique: Remains green even at peak ripeness
• Size and Shape: Medium, round to oval

Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants
• High Vitamin C content
• Supports eye health through beta-carotene
• Good source of magnesium

Totapuri

Named for its parrot-beak tip, Totapuri is a popular mango type for processing, pickling, and making aam papad. It's less sweet than most, slightly tangy, and works brilliantly in savoury dishes.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
• Taste: Mildly sweet, tangy
• Colour: Green to yellow, firm flesh
• Famous for: Pickles, chutneys, pulp production
• Known as: Collector, Bangalora, Kilicundan
• Unique: Distinctive beak-shaped tip
• Size and Shape: Large, elongated with pointed end

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin C
• High fibre content
• Contains magnesium and potassium
• Low sugar compared to most mango varieties

Badami

Karnataka's most prized variety, often compared directly to Alphonso. Badami means "almond" in Kannada, referring to its shape. Rich, fibreless pulp, strong fragrance, and a following that stretches well beyond the state.

Highlights

• Region: Northern Karnataka
• Taste: Sweet, aromatic, fibreless
• Colour: Yellow skin and flesh
• Famous for: Being Karnataka's Alphonso
• Known as: Karnataka Alphonso
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• High in Vitamin A
• Supports skin and hair health
• Rich in natural antioxidants
• Contains prebiotic dietary fibre

Neelam

One of the all season mango varieties, Neelam bridges the gap between the peak summer varieties and the late-season options. It grows across India and is widely used for juicing, desserts, and pulp.

Highlights

• Region: Pan-India, especially Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
• Taste: Sweet, mildly sour
• Colour: Yellow-orange skin, orange flesh
• Famous for: Its extended availability
• Unique: Among the few all season mango varieties available late in summer
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C
• High beta-carotene content
• Supports digestive health
• Contains iron and folate

Malgova

A heavyweight in every sense. Malgova is one of the largest mango types grown in Tamil Nadu, with thick, sweet flesh and a smooth texture that makes it ideal for eating whole.

Highlights

• Region: Tamil Nadu
• Taste: Very sweet, aromatic
• Colour: Light yellow skin, deep yellow flesh
• Famous for: Its large size and rich pulp
• Known as: Malgoa
• Size and Shape: Very large, round to oval

Benefits

• High caloric energy from natural sugars
• Good source of Vitamin A
• Rich in fibre
• Contains copper and B vitamins

Chausa

A late-season treasure from North India. Chausa appears when most other varieties are done, offering a sweet, juicy consolation for those mourning the end of mango season.

Highlights

• Region: Uttar Pradesh, Haryana
• Taste: Very sweet, honey-like, juicy
• Colour: Golden yellow, fibreless flesh
• Famous for: Late-season availability
• Known as: Khusab Chausa
• Size and Shape: Medium to large, oblong

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C and folate
• High natural sugar content for energy
• Good source of potassium
• Contains antioxidant carotenoids

Rajapuri

A large, round variety from Maharashtra with a gentle sweetness. Rajapuri is often used in making aamras, the Maharashtrian mango pulp dish that gets eaten with puris through the entire season.

Highlights

• Region: Maharashtra
• Taste: Mildly sweet, smooth pulp
• Colour: Yellow skin and flesh
• Famous for: Aamras preparation
• Size and Shape: Large, round

Benefits

• High Vitamin A content
• Supports immunity
• Good source of dietary fibre
• Contains natural digestive enzymes

Himayat

A long, curved variety from Andhra Pradesh with an unusually large seed and intensely sweet pulp. Himayat has a loyal following in Hyderabad and is considered one of the finest among all kinds of mangoes in the Deccan region.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
• Taste: Very sweet, aromatic
• Colour: Yellow to light green skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Its distinctive curved shape
• Known as: Imam Pasand (in some regions)
• Unique: Long, curved, slightly S-shaped
• Size and Shape: Large, elongated

Benefits

• Rich in natural antioxidants
• Contains Vitamin C and Vitamin A
• Supports eye health
• High in natural sugars

Sinduri

A striking-looking variety from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The Sinduri gets its name from its deep reddish-orange blush, and the flesh inside is equally vibrant and sweet.

Highlights

• Region: Bihar, Eastern Uttar Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet, mildly tangy
• Colour: Red-orange blush on skin, deep orange flesh
• Known as: Sinduri or Sunderja
• Unique: Deep red skin unlike most yellow Indian mangoes
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• High in beta-carotene
• Rich in Vitamin C
• Supports skin health
• Contains iron and folate

Himsagar

West Bengal's most celebrated mango variety, with a cult following in Kolkata. Himsagar is fibreless, incredibly sweet, and has a thick, luscious pulp that makes it ideal for eating or processing into desserts.

Highlights

• Region: Murshidabad, West Bengal
• Taste: Very sweet, fibreless, aromatic
• Colour: Green-yellow skin, saffron-orange flesh
• Famous for: Kolkata's favourite table mango
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval to round

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A and C
• Contains potassium for blood pressure regulation
• High antioxidant content
• Good source of natural fibre

Pairi

An early-season variety, Pairi is one of the first all mango types to arrive in Maharashtra and Goa. It's softer and more acidic than Alphonso, but that tartness is exactly what its fans love about it.

Highlights

• Region: Maharashtra, Goa
• Taste: Sweet-sour, slightly tangy
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, soft yellow flesh
• Famous for: Early arrival in the season
• Known as: Paheri or Paiyur
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, round

Benefits

• High Vitamin C content
• Contains digestive enzymes
• Supports immune function
• Rich in beta-carotene

Suvarnarekha

A mid-season variety from Andhra Pradesh with a distinctive golden stripe on the skin. Suvarnarekha is sweet, aromatic, and one of those regional mango types that rarely travels far from its home state.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet, mildly aromatic
• Colour: Golden-yellow skin with a distinctive stripe
• Unique: Named for the golden streak on the fruit
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin A
• Contains natural antioxidants
• Supports skin and eye health
• Rich in dietary fibre

Mankurad

Goa's most iconic variety. Mankurad is the mango Goans get nostalgic about, with a small seed, thick pulp, and a sweetness that feels almost tropical. Locally irreplaceable.

Highlights

• Region: Goa
• Taste: Very sweet, thick pulp, aromatic
• Colour: Yellow skin, deep orange flesh
• Famous for: Being Goa's signature mango
• Known as: Malcorada or Corado
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A
• High in natural antioxidants
• Contains fibre and digestive enzymes
• Good source of folate

Raspuri

A favourite in Karnataka, Raspuri is a versatile variety used both for table eating and for commercial processing into pulp. It has a clean sweetness and very little fibre.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka
• Taste: Sweet, slightly tangy, aromatic
• Colour: Green-yellow skin, golden flesh
• Famous for: Pulp and juice production
• Known as: Raspuri or Rosemary
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin C
• Contains beta-carotene
• Supports digestion
• Rich in natural enzymes

Rumani

A long, thin variety from Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh with a unique elongated shape and sweet, aromatic flesh. Among the more distinctive-looking types of mango in South India.

Highlights

• Region: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet, mildly sour, fragrant
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, pale yellow flesh
• Unique: Long, slender shape sets it apart visually
• Size and Shape: Medium to large, very elongated

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C
• Contains folate and potassium
• Supports heart health
• Good source of dietary fibre

Fazli

A late-season giant from West Bengal and Bihar. Fazli is one of the largest among all kinds of mangoes in Eastern India, with mild sweetness and a long shelf life. Popular for gifting and export.

Highlights

• Region: West Bengal, Bihar
• Taste: Mildly sweet, less aromatic than most
• Colour: Green to yellowish skin, pale yellow flesh
• Famous for: Large size and long shelf life
• Size and Shape: Very large, oblong

Benefits

• High fibre content
• Contains Vitamin C and B vitamins
• Good source of potassium
• Supports digestive health

Kishan Bhog

A prized heritage variety from Bihar with an intensely sweet flavour and fragrant pulp. Among the most sought-after mango types in the Bhagalpur and Darbhanga belts.

Highlights

• Region: Bihar
• Taste: Very sweet, intense aroma
• Colour: Yellow skin, deep yellow flesh
• Famous for: Aromatic richness
• Size and Shape: Medium, round to oval

Benefits

• High in Vitamin A
• Rich in antioxidants
• Contains natural digestive enzymes
• Good source of folate

Lakshmanbhog

A Bengali heirloom variety known for its fibreless, intensely flavoured pulp. Lakshmanbhog carries significant cultural weight in West Bengal, where it's been grown for generations.

Highlights

• Region: West Bengal
• Taste: Very sweet, fibreless, richly aromatic
• Colour: Golden yellow skin and flesh
• Famous for: Cultural significance in Bengal
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C and A
• High antioxidant content
• Supports skin health
• Contains natural prebiotic fibre

Zardalu

A GI-tagged variety from Bhagalpur, Bihar. Zardalu has a balanced sweetness and a striking colour that makes it one of the most visually memorable types of mango from Eastern India.

Highlights

• Region: Bhagalpur, Bihar
• Taste: Sweet, mildly tangy
• Colour: Golden to orange-yellow skin
• Famous for: GI tag and regional pride
• Unique: Named after its saffron-gold colour
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval to oblong

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin A
• High in beta-carotene
• Contains digestive enzymes
• Rich in natural sugars for energy

Gopalbhog

One of the earliest mango types of the Bengal season. Gopalbhog is small, sweet, and beloved by those who know it, even if it rarely makes it beyond the state.

Highlights

• Region: West Bengal
• Taste: Sweet, mildly sour
• Colour: Green-yellow skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Early arrival, heritage status
• Size and Shape: Small, round

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin C
• Contains beta-carotene
• Rich in natural antioxidants
• High fibre content

Bombay Green

An early North Indian variety that hits markets before most others. Bombay Green isn't the sweetest, but its arrival signals that mango season has officially begun in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.

Highlights

• Region: Uttar Pradesh, Punjab
• Taste: Mildly sweet, slightly sour
• Colour: Stays green even when ripe
• Famous for: First arrival of the season
• Unique: Fully green at peak ripeness
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, round

Benefits

• High Vitamin C content
• Supports immunity
• Good source of fibre
• Contains folate and potassium

Malda

A heritage variety shared between Bihar and West Bengal. Malda is sweet, slightly fibrous, and one of those mango types that older generations remember far more vividly than newer ones.

Highlights

• Region: Malda district, West Bengal; Bihar
• Taste: Sweet, mildly aromatic
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Historical and regional significance
• Known as: English Aam (in parts of Bihar)
• Size and Shape: Large, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin A
• Contains digestive enzymes
• Rich in dietary fibre
• Supports skin health

Gulab Khas

The name means "rose-flavoured," and that's a fair description. Gulab Khas has a floral aroma unlike most other mango types, making it instantly recognisable among those who know their mangoes.

Highlights

• Region: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet with a distinct rose-like floral note
• Colour: Golden yellow skin and flesh
• Unique: Distinct floral aroma sets it apart
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A
• Contains antioxidants
• Good source of natural fibre
• Supports skin and immune health

Chandrakaran

A Kerala variety with a strong local identity. Chandrakaran is small, intensely flavoured, and part of the traditional mango culture of the Malabar coast.

Highlights

• Region: Kerala
• Taste: Sweet-sour, intense flavour
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Traditional Kerala cuisine uses
• Size and Shape: Small, round

Benefits

• High Vitamin C content
• Supports digestive health
• Contains natural antioxidants
• Rich in folate

Panchadara Kalasa

A heritage Andhra variety with an unusually sweet, low-acid flavour profile. One of the lesser-known but deeply appreciated all mango names in the Godavari belt.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh (Godavari region)
• Taste: Exceptionally sweet, low acid
• Colour: Golden yellow skin and flesh
• Unique: Very low acidity for a mango
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• High in natural sugars and Vitamin A
• Good source of potassium
• Rich in dietary fibre
• Contains beta-carotene

Pedda Rasalu

A large, juicy variety from Andhra Pradesh. Pedda Rasalu (meaning "big Rasalu") is known for its juicy, sweet pulp and is widely consumed during peak summer.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh
• Taste: Very juicy, sweet
• Colour: Yellow skin, light yellow flesh
• Famous for: High juice content
• Size and Shape: Large, oval

Benefits

• Very hydrating due to high juice content
• Good source of Vitamin C
• Contains digestive enzymes
• Rich in natural antioxidants

Cherukurasam

A smaller counterpart to Pedda Rasalu from Andhra Pradesh. Intense in flavour, often used for making fresh juices and consumed as table fruit across the Krishna and Guntur districts.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh
• Taste: Sweet, tangy, intense
• Colour: Yellow skin, bright yellow flesh
• Famous for: Juicing and raw consumption
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, round

Benefits

• High Vitamin C content
• Rich in natural digestive enzymes
• Contains beta-carotene
• Good source of dietary fibre

Appemidi

A pickle mango variety from Karnataka. Appemidi is small, tart, and always eaten green. It's a staple of Karnataka's traditional mango pickle, which is made every summer in homes across the state.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka (Western Ghats region)
• Taste: Sour, tart, astringent when raw
• Colour: Deep green, small and firm
• Famous for: Traditional Karnataka pickle (Appemidi Uppinakayi)
• Unique: Consumed only in raw, unripe form
• Size and Shape: Very small, round

Benefits

• High in Vitamin C (especially when raw)
• Contains digestive enzymes
• Good source of dietary fibre
• Rich in antioxidants

Lalbagh

Named after the famous Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bengaluru, this variety has a sweet, mild flavour and is primarily grown in Karnataka. A reliable table mango with a quiet reputation.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka
• Taste: Mildly sweet, smooth
• Colour: Yellow skin, pale yellow flesh
• Famous for: Connection to Bengaluru's horticultural heritage
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin A
• Contains natural antioxidants
• Supports digestive health
• Rich in fibre

Suvarna Mohan

A hybrid variety developed in Karnataka, combining sweetness with disease resistance. Suvarna Mohan is a commercially viable mango types option that has gained traction among progressive mango farmers.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka
• Taste: Sweet, aromatic
• Colour: Yellow to golden skin and flesh
• Famous for: Good yield and disease resistance
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C and A
• Contains beta-carotene
• Good source of dietary fibre
• Supports immunity

Amrapali

A hybrid of Dasheri and Neelam, Amrapali is a dwarf mango variety developed by the IARI (Indian Agricultural Research Institute). It produces fruit reliably across many Indian climates and is popular with home gardeners.

Highlights

• Region: Pan-India
• Taste: Sweet, slightly tangy, aromatic
• Colour: Deep red-orange skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Compact tree suitable for kitchen gardens
• Unique: IARI hybrid of Dasheri and Neelam
• Size and Shape: Small to medium, oblong

Benefits

• High in Vitamin C
• Rich in beta-carotene
• Contains iron and folate
• Good source of dietary fibre

Mallika

Another IARI hybrid, Mallika is a cross between Neelam and Dasheri. It's fibreless, very sweet, and considered one of India's best hybrid mango types for both commercial growing and home consumption.

Highlights

• Region: Pan-India
• Taste: Very sweet, fibreless, aromatic
• Colour: Yellow-orange skin, golden flesh
• Famous for: Excellent hybrid quality
• Unique: Neelam x Dasheri cross
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A and C
• High antioxidant content
• Contains potassium for heart health
• Good source of natural fibre

Ratna

A Maharashtra hybrid developed from Alphonso and Neelam. Ratna carries the richness of Alphonso with the hardiness of Neelam, and it's increasingly popular among farmers looking for better yield without sacrificing quality.

Highlights

• Region: Maharashtra
• Taste: Rich, sweet, very aromatic
• Colour: Yellow-orange skin, deep orange flesh
• Famous for: Combining Alphonso quality with better yield
• Unique: Alphonso x Neelam hybrid
• Size and Shape: Medium, round to oval

Benefits

• High in Vitamin A
• Rich in antioxidants
• Supports immune function
• Good source of dietary fibre

Sindhu (Seedless Mango)

One of the most remarkable mango types in India, Sindhu is nearly seedless, with a very small, underdeveloped seed and maximum pulp. Developed in Maharashtra, it's increasingly popular as a commercial and home variety.

Highlights

• Region: Maharashtra (Konkan region)
• Taste: Sweet, fibreless, rich
• Colour: Yellow-green skin, golden yellow flesh
• Famous for: Near-seedless fruit with maximum edible pulp
• Unique: One of very few seedless or near-seedless mango varieties in India
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval to round

Benefits

• Maximum pulp-to-weight ratio
• Rich in Vitamin C
• Good source of dietary fibre
• Contains natural antioxidants

Arka Anmol

A hybrid from the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) in Bengaluru. Arka Anmol was bred for high yield, disease resistance, and consistent quality, making it a practical choice for commercial growers.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka and pan-India adoption
• Taste: Sweet, mildly aromatic
• Colour: Yellow skin and flesh
• Famous for: High yield and disease resistance
• Unique: IIHR-developed commercial hybrid
• Size and Shape: Medium, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin C
• Contains beta-carotene
• Rich in dietary fibre
• Supports digestive health

Arka Puneet

Another IIHR hybrid developed alongside Arka Anmol. Arka Puneet is a cross between Alphonso and Banganapalli, giving it a flavour profile that sits between the richness of Konkan and the milder sweetness of Andhra.

Highlights

• Region: Karnataka and broader India
• Taste: Sweet, aromatic, slightly fibrous
• Colour: Yellow-orange skin, yellow flesh
• Famous for: Cross between Alphonso and Banganapalli
• Unique: IIHR hybrid with dual regional heritage
• Size and Shape: Large, oblong

Benefits

• High in Vitamin A and C
• Good source of potassium
• Contains natural antioxidants
• Rich in dietary fibre

Vanraj

Gujarat's own hybrid variety, developed at Anand Agricultural University. Vanraj is gaining traction as a commercially viable option for Gujarati farmers, offering consistent sweetness and decent yield.

Highlights

• Region: Gujarat
• Taste: Sweet, mildly tangy
• Colour: Yellow skin, pale yellow flesh
• Famous for: Gujarat's locally developed commercial hybrid
• Size and Shape: Medium to large, oval

Benefits

• Good source of Vitamin C
• Contains beta-carotene
• Rich in dietary fibre
• Supports immunity

Imam Pasand

One of the most regal-looking among all mango types in Andhra Pradesh. Imam Pasand is a large, flavour-forward variety with an elongated shape and golden colour that makes it look like it belongs in a royal court, which historically it did.

Highlights

• Region: Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
• Taste: Very sweet, rich, aromatic
• Colour: Golden yellow skin, deep yellow flesh
• Famous for: Being a traditionally royal variety
• Known as: Himayatpasand or Himayat (in Telugu regions)
• Unique: Historically served to Nawabs and Nizams
• Size and Shape: Large, elongated

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A and C
• High in antioxidants
• Contains folate and potassium
• Good source of natural fibre

Conclusion

There are nearly 1000 mango varieties in India, and this guide covers a meaningful slice of that extraordinary range. From the internationally famous Alphonso mango to the quietly beloved Gulab Khas, all mango types tell you something specific about where they come from, the soil they grew in, and the people who've eaten them for generations.

Understanding types of mango isn't just useful for buying the right one at the market. It's a way of understanding Indian geography, agriculture, and seasonality all at once. The next time mango season in India begins, it's worth trying something beyond the usual.

FAQs

Q1. Which mango is best in India?

The Alphonso (Hapus) from Ratnagiri is widely considered the best in India for its rich flavour, fibreless texture, and strong aroma. However, "best" is genuinely subjective. Kesar, Himsagar, and Imam Pasand each have passionate followings of their own.

Q2. Which mango is best for a mango shake?

Alphonso, Kesar, and Badami are the top choices for mango shakes. Their thick, fibreless pulp and intense sweetness blend exceptionally well without needing much sugar.

Q3. Which is the king of mangoes in India?

Alphonso (Hapus) is universally known as the king of mangoes in India, primarily grown in Ratnagiri and Devgad in Maharashtra.

Q4. How many types of mangoes are there in total?

There are nearly 1000 mango varieties in India, though only a few hundred are commercially cultivated. Globally, over 500 distinct varieties are recognised, with India being home to the widest range of any country.

Q5. Does mango increase triglycerides?

Mangoes contain natural sugars which, consumed in very large quantities, can contribute to elevated triglycerides in people with metabolic conditions. Moderate consumption as part of a balanced diet is generally considered safe for most people. Those with specific health concerns should consult a doctor.

Q6. Which fruit is called the king of vitamins?

Mango is sometimes called the king of vitamins due to its rich content of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, folate, and various antioxidants. It's one of the most nutritionally dense tropical fruits available.

Q7. Which is the no. 1 variety of mango?

Alphonso from Maharashtra is consistently ranked as the number one mango variety in India, both for its flavour profile and its premium status in domestic and international markets.