Dasehri Mango Plants
Dasehri mango, also spelled Dasheri, is a popular variety of mango originating from northern India, particularly from the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its sweet, aromatic flavor and smooth, fiberless flesh. The Dasehri mango is one of the oldest and most well-known mango varieties in India and is cherished for its unique taste and quality.
1. Characteristics of Dasehri Mangoes:
- Flavor and Texture: Dasehri mangoes are renowned for their sweet, rich flavor with a pleasant fragrance. The flesh is smooth, fiberless, and juicy, making it ideal for fresh consumption. The fruit's flesh is a bright yellow to golden color when fully ripe.
- Appearance: The Dasehri mango has an elongated oval shape with a tapering end. The skin is thin and turns yellowish-green to golden yellow when the fruit ripens. It is generally medium-sized, with a single, medium-sized seed inside.
2. Plant Characteristics:
- Tree Size: Dasehri mango trees are medium to large in size, often reaching heights of 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) with a dense, rounded canopy that provides excellent shade.
- Leaves: The leaves of the Dasehri mango tree are long, narrow, and dark green, with a glossy texture. They are arranged alternately along the branches.
- Flowers: The mango tree produces small, white to yellowish flowers in clusters called panicles. These flowers are typically fragrant and bloom in the spring.