Mangifera indica 'Hatcher' (Hatcher 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.

Hatcher Mango is a Florida cultivar named in the 1940s by John Hatcher of Lantana, known for its exceptionally large fruit and consistently high eating quality. The fruit is broad and heavy, often exceeding a pound, with smooth green skin that turns bright yellow at maturity and may show touches of red in full sun. The deep orange flesh is juicy, aromatic, and nearly fiberless, offering a clean, sweet flavor with light tropical notes. The tree is vigorous and forms a spreading canopy, supporting its large fruit load and producing dependable crops under warm conditions. Its robust growth and disease resistance contribute to its long-standing reputation in South Florida.

This variety performs best in warm subtropical to tropical climates and thrives in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers full sun, good air circulation, and well-drained soil, showing reliable resistance to common fungal problems. Hatcher is a late-season mango, ripening into August and September, and is valued for its impressive size, appealing coloration, and consistently rich flavor that make it one of the standout cultivars of Florida mango heritage.