Mango 'Valencia Pride' (Mangifera indica)

Mango 'Valencia Pride' (Mangifera indica)Common Names: Valencia Pride Mango Family: Anacardiaceae Origin: Florida, USA The Valencia Pride Mango (Mangifera indica 'Valencia Pride') is a highly esteemed mid to late season mango variety developed in Florida, celebrated for its smooth, fiberless flesh, exceptional flavor, and vigorous growth. This mango variety is known for producing large, attractive fruit with a brilliant red to yellow blush and a sweet, aromatic taste. Valencia Pride is a

Common Names: Valencia Pride Mango
Family: Anacardiaceae
Origin: Florida, USA

The Valencia Pride Mango (Mangifera indica 'Valencia Pride') is a highly esteemed mid to late-season mango variety developed in Florida, celebrated for its smooth, fiberless flesh, exceptional flavor, and vigorous growth. This mango variety is known for producing large, attractive fruit with a brilliant red to yellow blush and a sweet, aromatic taste. Valencia Pride is a favorite among mango enthusiasts, both for its delicious fruit and its ornamental beauty.

Valencia Pride Mango is a mid-late season variety and very reliable producer. It originated in South Florida in the early 1940's and is a decedent of the Haden Mango. Valencia Pride's fruit is juicy, sweet, and delicious.  It has a very aromatic tropical flavor and smooth creamy almost fiber-less consistency! The shape of mango fruit can differ by variety and the Valencia Pride has a more oblong shape than others and weighs in at about 1-2 pounds per fruit!

Distinctive Features and Uses

Leaves: The Valencia Pride Mango tree boasts long, slender, dark green leaves that are glossy and provide a lush, tropical appearance. The tree's canopy is dense and spreading, making it a striking addition to any landscape.

Fruits: Valencia Pride Mango produces large, oval-shaped fruits that can weigh up to a pound or more. The skin is smooth with a bright yellow base and a vibrant red blush. The flesh is fiberless, juicy, and sweet with a slight floral aroma, making it perfect for fresh eating, blending into smoothies, or using in desserts.

Uses: This mango is versatile and can be enjoyed fresh, added to salads, or used in cooking and baking. Its large size and excellent flavor make it a standout choice for those who appreciate high-quality tropical fruit.