Golden Lippens facts for kids

The Golden Lippens is a special type of mango that first grew in south Florida, USA. It's known as a 'cultivar,' which means it's a specific kind of plant grown for its unique features. This delicious mango has a rich history and tasty fruit.

How the Golden Lippens Mango Began

The very first Golden Lippens mango tree started from a seed in 1942. It was planted by Peter and Irene Lippens in Miami, Florida. This original tree was a 'child' of another mango called the Lippens mango.

The tree grew for several years before it produced its first fruit in 1951. People soon noticed the Golden Lippens mango because of its wonderful flavor. It also produced a lot of fruit, which was a great quality.

Because it was so good, the Golden Lippens mango became popular. Nurseries, which are places that grow plants to sell, began to offer these trees. This allowed people to plant them in their own gardens at home.

What the Golden Lippens Mango Looks Like

The fruit of the Golden Lippens mango has an oblong, or oval, shape. It often has a small bump, like a tiny beak, at its bottom. When the mango is ready to eat, its skin turns a bright yellow color. Sometimes, it also has a pretty light pink blush on its skin.

Inside, the fruit has yellow flesh that is smooth and does not have any stringy fibers. It tastes very sweet and rich. The seed inside the mango is 'monoembryonic,' meaning it usually grows only one plant from one seed.

Growing Golden Lippens Mangoes

In Florida, Golden Lippens mango trees usually produce a lot of fruit. The mangoes are typically ready to pick between June and July. Each ripe fruit can weigh from about one pound to two pounds.

The tree itself is a medium-sized plant that grows strongly. It has an open and upright shape, meaning its branches grow upwards and spread out.