Mangifera indica 'Ah Ping' (Ah Ping Mango )

Mangifera indica (Mango) is a large evergreen tree native to South Asia and among the oldest cultivated fruit trees, grown in India for over 4,000 years. In tropical climates it can reach 60-80 feet with a broad crown of glossy leaves. Small yellowish flowers appear in spring, followed by fleshy drupes known worldwide as mangoes.

Fruit shape varies from oval to kidney-shaped, with skin that may remain green or ripen to yellow, orange, or red. The flesh is juicy and aromatic, sometimes fiberless and sweet, sometimes more resinous depending on type. Mangoes are eaten fresh, dried, blended, or cooked, making them one of the most versatile tropical fruits. Some people experience irritation on the lips from the peel, so fruits are usually eaten peeled.

The tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil in warm climates, hardy only to USDA Zones 9-11. With hundreds of named cultivars, Mangifera indica remains one of the world s most widely grown and culturally important fruit trees.

See Mango varieties.

Mangifera indica 'Ah Ping' is a mango cultivar that originated in Hawaii from a seedling planted by Mrs. Chun Ah Ping on the island of Molokai.

It is grown in warm tropical and subtropical regions and valued for its traditional dessert quality and steady productivity.

What makes Mangifera indica 'Ah Ping' distinctive?

Mangifera indica 'Ah Ping' develops a moderately vigorous tree with a balanced canopy that responds well to pruning and orchard-style management. The fruit ripens in the mid-season and features smooth, fiberless flesh with a rich sweetness and classic mango flavor, often described as clean and well-rounded rather than highly complex. The cultivar performs best with regular moisture during flowering and fruit set, followed by drier conditions as fruit matures to enhance sweetness. In USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-11, it grows reliably outdoors, making 'Ah Ping' a solid choice for growers seeking a dependable mango with traditional flavor appeal.