Product Name: Black Kasturi Mango (Rare Black Mango)
Description:
Black Kasturi Mango, botanically classified as Mangifera casturi (or Mangifera indica black variety), is a rare and exotic mango variety native to the tropical forests of Borneo, Indonesia. It is now considered extinct in the wild and survives only through grafted plants cultivated by collectors and home gardeners in India and Southeast Asia . Despite its rarity, it has found a dedicated following among mango enthusiasts who value its unique appearance and intense fragrance.
A Mango That Defies Convention:
The defining feature of Black Kasturi is its deep purple to almost black skin when fully ripe – a stark contrast to the golden yellows and reds of ordinary mangoes. The fruit is smaller than common varieties, weighing only 50–80 grams, but its flavor is anything but modest. The flesh is deep orange, smooth, and fiber-free, with a rich, sweet taste and a powerful floral aroma that fills the room even before the fruit is cut .
Appearance:
The fruit is oval-shaped with a dark purple to blackish skin that ripens in summer. Inside, the flesh is a vibrant deep orange, juicy and almost entirely free of fiber .
Flavor & Aroma:
Black Kasturi delivers a very sweet flavor with strong floral notes and a subtle spicy undertone. Its aroma is so intense that a single fruit can perfume an entire room . The flesh is smooth, juicy, and fiber-free, making it exceptionally pleasant to eat fresh.
Key Commercial Advantages:
Extremely Rare – Functionally extinct in the wild, available only through grafted plants
Unique Black Skin – A visually striking collector’s item for mango enthusiasts
Intense Fragrance – One of the most aromatic mango varieties available
Compact Tree Size – Can be maintained at 3–3.6 meters, suitable for home gardens and large containers
Early Bearing (Grafted) – Fruits within 2–3 years of planting
Growing Regions:
Native to Borneo (Indonesia), Black Kasturi is now cultivated in India – particularly in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and the North Indian plains – as well as in other tropical regions where mango enthusiasts preserve this rare variety .
Cultivation Notes:
Climate: Tropical to subtropical; full sun (6–8 hours daily); frost-sensitive
Soil: Well-drained loamy soil, pH 6.5–8.0
Planting: Grafted plants are strongly recommended for consistent fruit quality; keep graft union above soil level
Spacing: Minimum 3 meters between trees in ground; 45–60 cm container for pot cultivation
Watering: Deep watering every 2–3 days for young plants; weekly for established trees; stop watering 30 days before harvest to concentrate sweetness
Fertilization: Nitrogen-rich for young trees; phosphorus and potassium for fruiting trees; apply organic compost every 2–3 months
Pruning: Light pruning after harvest to remove dead and diseased branches
Harvest Season:
Summer (April–June) in India, with fruit development taking 100–150 days from flowering . A rare seasonal delicacy for mango collectors and specialty fruit enthusiasts.