Botanic Name: Mangifera indica ‘Kensington Pride
Origin: Bowen, Queensland, Australia (around the late 1800s)
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Growing Conditions
Climate: Best suited for tropical and subtropical regions. Can tolerate brief dry spells and light frost once mature.
Soil: Well-draining sandy loam or loamy soil; avoid heavy clay.
Water: Deep watering during flowering and fruit development; less during dormancy.
Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily minimum).
Pruning: Light pruning after harvest to maintain shape and airflow.
Fertilization: Balanced NPK fertilizer in early growth; more potassium before flowering.
🌼 Pollination and Fruit Set
Mostly self-fertile, but fruit yield can improve with cross-pollination from other mango trees.
Flowers attract bees and other insects as pollinators.
🐛 Common Pests/Diseases
Anthracnose (fungal spots on fruit/flowers) – manage with copper sprays and pruning.
Fruit fly – use traps and protective netting.
Scale insects & mealybugs – control with horticultural oils.
🧺 Uses
Fresh eating is the most popular.
Also excellent for smoothies, chutneys, sorbets, and desserts.
Known for its distinct tropical aroma and balance of sweetness and acidity.
Fun Facts
“Kensington Pride” is the most popular mango in Australia, accounting for roughly 70% of national mango production.
Its exact origin is uncertain, but it’s believed to have descended from an Indian variety brought to Queensland by early settlers.
Its flavor is often used as the benchmark for other mango varieties in Australia.
The Kensington Mango — often called Kensington Pride — is Australia’s most iconic mango variety. It’s known for its rich flavor, vibrant color, and adaptability to various climates. Here’s a full overview:
🥭 General Description
Common name: Kensington Pride Mango
Other names: Bowen Mango (in northern Australia), KP
Scientific name: Mangifera indica ‘Kensington Pride’
Type: Polyembryonic mango cultivar
Origin: Bowen, Queensland, Australia (around the late 1800s)
🌱 Tree Characteristics
Feature Description
Tree size Medium to large (can reach 10–15 m if unpruned)
Growth habit Spreading, rounded canopy
Leaves Glossy green, narrow-lanceolate
Flowering time Late winter to early spring (varies by climate)
Fruit season November to February (in Australia’s subtropical regions)
🍈 Fruit Characteristics
Feature Description
Shape Oval to slightly oblong
Average weight 400–600 g
Skin Golden-yellow, often with a pink to red blush on the sun-exposed side
Flesh Deep yellow-orange, juicy, aromatic
Texture Slightly fibrous (more so than varieties like R2E2 or Calypso)
Flavor Rich, sweet, and slightly tangy – the classic “tropical mango” taste
Seed type Polyembryonic (can grow true-to-type from seed)
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