Mangifera indica 'Fralan' (Fralan 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 'Fralan' (Fralan Mango) is a rare Thai mango variety named after the word 'Thunder', referring to the way its firm fruit cracks slightly when peeled. The medium to large fruit is long and slender, with smooth green skin that remains bright even when ripe, sometimes showing a soft yellow tinge at maturity. The crisp, fiberless flesh has a clean, aromatic sweetness without any turpentine aftertaste, and develops a pleasant honeyed flavor as it ripens. The tree is moderately vigorous with an open, graceful canopy and produces reliably year after year, making it a valued choice for collectors and home growers alike.

'Fralan' performs best in tropical and coastal subtropical climates and is prized for its adaptability and long harvest season, typically extending from May to August. It grows well in full sun with well-drained soil and benefits from light pruning after harvest to maintain shape and productivity. Trees thrive in USDA Zones 10-11 and need protection from frost, with minimum tolerance down to about 30F.