Mangifera indica 'Pram Kai Mai' (Pram Kai Mai 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.

Pram Kai Mai Mango, also known as Brahm Kai Meu, Pram Kai Mea, or Pram Kai Mia, is a highly regarded Thai variety celebrated for its exceptional sweetness and smooth, fiberless texture. The medium-sized fruit has green to yellow skin and deep golden, aromatic flesh with a rich honey-like flavor. It is similar in taste to Nam Doc Mai and is often said to surpass it in sweetness and overall eating quality. The fruit is almost completely free of fibers and has a soft, juicy consistency when fully ripe. The tree is semi-dwarf and naturally compact, making it an excellent choice for small gardens and container culture. It can produce multiple crops under favorable conditions.

This cultivar thrives in warm, frost-free climates and performs best in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil, and consistent moisture during the growing season.