The Vallenato mango cultivar hails from Colombia and has gained popularity among collectors and growers in South Florida due to its vibrant color and aromatic, classic flavor profile. This variety features a vigorous, upright tree that produces fruit with a striking bright yellow peel and crimson blush, typically weighing between 195–340 grams. The flesh is pale yellow with moderate fiber and a pleasant sweetness rated from good to excellent. Vallenato is often available during the early to early-midseason window, around June to July, and is noted for its firm texture, which aids in handling and shipping. Some growers have noted its good anthracnose resistance and solid production, although results may vary based on environmental conditions. Additionally, the cultivar has been known to circulate under names like “Manzano” before being popularized as Vallenato. Potential buyers should be cautious about the seed type; while UF/IFAS classifies it as monoembryonic, some nurseries suggest it may be polyembryonic, making it advisable to acquire grafted plants for reliable characteristics.
Mango Characteristics
- Taste: Classic
- Sweetness: Good
- Sourness: None
- Fiber: Little
- Fruit Size: Medium
- Eaten Green: No
- Production: Good
- Season: Early
- Growth Habit: Vigorous
- Tree Size: Medium
- Disease Resistant: Good
- Seed Type: Monoembryonic