Langra Benarasi Mango: Florida’s Distinct Variety

Introduction

The USDA Langra Benarasi mango is a Florida-grown cultivar distinct from its Indian namesake. While sharing the name with the famous Varanasi Langra, this variety has developed its own unique characteristics suited to American cultivation.

Fruit Characteristics

Physical Attributes

• Medium size
• Round shape
• Prominent red blush at maturity
• Yellow flesh
• Minimal fiber content

Flavor Profile

• Rich, sweet taste
• Light resinous finish
• Subtle melon undertones

Storage and Handling

• Limited shelf life
• Requires harvest at mature green stage
• Not suitable for tree ripening
• Needs prompt consumption after ripening

Tree Properties

Growth Pattern

• Vigorous growth rate
• Dense canopy spread
• Requires regular pruning
• Size management necessary

Disease Considerations

• Moderate to high bacterial spot susceptibility
• Prone to rot
• Anthracnose vulnerability, especially inland
• Better performance in coastal areas
• Potential suitability for southern California

Growing Season

• Mid-season variety
• Ripening period: late June through July
• Primary growing region: Florida

Cultivation Notes

This variety performs optimally when:

• Grown in coastal environments
• Maintained with regular pruning
• Harvested at proper maturity
• Monitored for disease management

Mango Characteristics

• Taste: Classic
• Sweetness: Excellent
• Sourness: Mild
• Fiber Content: Little
• Fruit Size: Medium
• Eaten Green: No
• Production: Average to Good
• Season: Mid
• Growth Habit: Vigorous
• Tree Size: Large
• Disease Resistance: Average
• Seed Type: Monoembryonic