Super Alphonso is a Florida-bred improvement of the world-famous Indian Alphonso mango, known for its rich, spicy, and complex flavor. While traditional Alphonso struggles in Florida’s humid climate, Super Alphonso offers better disease resistance and productivity while maintaining the signature Indian mango experience. It produces medium-sized, fiberless fruit with a deep golden color and aromatic, tropical flavor.
Origin: Florida (Indian Alphonso hybrid)
Fruit Size & Shape: Medium, rounded-oval shape
Skin Color: Bright golden-yellow when ripe
Flesh: Deep orange, smooth, fiberless
Flavor: Intense, spicy-sweet, with tropical and floral undertones typical of true Indian Alphonso
Season: Mid-season (typically June–July in Florida)
Seed Type: Monoembryonic (does not grow true-to-type from seed)
Growth Habit: Moderate to vigorous growth, benefits from annual pruning to control size
Climate Suitability: Best for tropical and subtropical climates; improved disease tolerance over traditional Alphonso
Disease Resistance: Better anthracnose resistance than traditional Alphonso, but still benefits from preventative care
Common Uses:
Fresh eating for Alphonso lovers
Mango lassi, desserts, and culinary applications
Specialty market and collector's fruit
Harvest Tips: Pick when skin turns golden and fruit develops a fragrant aroma at the stem
Grown and grafted at Zill High Performance Plants, bringing the legendary Indian mango experience to Florida growers and beyond.
