Banganapalle (mango) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Banganapalli |
|
|---|---|
Banganpalle mangoes being sold on a bicycle in Guntur City, Andhra Pradesh, India
|
|
| Species | Mangifera indica |
| Cultivar | 'Banganapalli' |
| Origin | Banganapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Banganapalle mangoes | |
|---|---|
| Geographical indication | |
|
Banaganapalle Mango sold on a Bicycle in Guntur
|
|
| Description | A Mango variety found in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh |
| Type | Agricultural |
| Area | Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh |
| Country | India |
| Material | |
Banganapalle mangoes are a special type of mango. They are also known as Benishan. These delicious mangoes come from Banganapalle in the Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Farmers in Banganapalle first started growing them.
This mango variety is very important in Andhra Pradesh. It covers about 70% of all the land used for growing mangoes in the state. On May 3, 2017, Banganapalle mangoes received a special status. They were registered as a geographical indication. This means they are known for coming from a specific place and having unique qualities.
Banganapalle mangoes are also grown in other parts of India and Pakistan. The fruit is shaped like an oval, about 20 centimeters long. It has yellow flesh and a thin, smooth yellow skin. The flesh is firm and meaty. It is very sweet and does not have much fiber. This mango is very popular in Andhra Pradesh. It is a late-season mango, which means it ripens later in the year. It is also good for making canned mango products. These mangoes are a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Many people call them the "king of mangoes."
What's in a Name?
This mango is called Banganapalli because it is grown a lot in and around the village of Banaganapalle in Andhra Pradesh. It has a few other names too! Some people call it Benishan, Chappatai, or Safeda. In northern states like Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, it's often called Safeda. In central India, like Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, it's known as Badam Aam. The name Benishan comes from important people from the past, like the Zamindar of Panyam and the Nawab of Banganapalle.
Where Do They Grow?
Banganapalle mangoes are mainly grown in certain areas of Kurnool district. These areas include Banaganapalle, Panyam, and Nandyal. They are also grown in the coastal and Rayalaseema regions of Andhra Pradesh. The state of Telangana also grows these mangoes. You can find them in districts like Khammam, Mahabubnagar, Rangareddy, Medak, and Adilabad.
