Mahachanok (mango)

Mahachanok is a tropical fruit cultivar of the Mango species, originating from Thailand. It is also known as Rainbow Mango due to its multicolored skin. The Mahachanok mango is a hybrid variety, developed through the natural cross-pollination of the Sunset Mango and the Nang Klang Wan Mango.

History

The Mahachanok mango was developed by Nirun Wongwanich, a Thai horticulturist, in the late 20th century. The cultivar was named after the Mahachanok tale from the Traiphum Phra Ruang, a Thai Buddhist cosmology text. The tale symbolizes the achievement of difficult goals, reflecting the challenges faced in the mango's development.

Description

The Mahachanok mango is known for its elongated, sigmoid shape and multicolored skin, which transitions from green to yellow, with a rosy pink blush when ripe. The fruit's flesh is firm, yellow, and virtually fiberless, offering a sweet and aromatic flavor.

Cultivation

Mahachanok mango trees are medium-sized, potentially reaching heights of up to 15-30 feet. They are ideally suited to tropical climates and are primarily grown in Thailand. The trees bear fruit twice a year, typically in the months of January to March and June to August.

Uses

The Mahachanok mango is primarily consumed fresh and is often served in slices due to its firm flesh. It is also used in various culinary applications, including salads, desserts, and in making Mango sticky rice, a traditional Thai dessert.

See Also

• List of mango cultivars
• Mango
• Agriculture in Thailand