Dasheri

Mangifera 'Dasheri'
Genus	Mangifera
Cultivar	'Dasheri'
Origin	India

Dasheri mango, sliced

The Dasheri mango is a mango cultivar which originated in a village near Kakori in Lucknow district in 18th century. It is a sweet and fragrant variety of mango grown in North India, the southern state Andhra Pradesh, Nepal, and Pakistan. Malihabad in Uttar Pradesh is the largest producer.

Founder of Dasheri mango

Dasheri mango was founded in the 18th century, the mango Dasheri first appeared in the gardens of the Nawab of Dasheri.Since then Dasheri plants have been produced and planted throughout India.The mother plant of Dasheri still exists in " Dashari village" near Kakori Lucknow from where it gets its name.It is now owned by the progeny of Nawab Ansari Zaidi and maintained by them. It is said to be over 300 years old. This mango has the ability to get the attention. Its flavor and aroma are unmatched. |title=Dasheri Mango- Health Benefits, Uses and Important Facts |url=https://www.potsandpans.in/blogs/articles/dasheri-mango-health-benefits-uses-and-important-facts |access-date=2024-05-23 |website=PotsandPans India}}</ref>

'Dasheri' mango

Nutritional Benefits

Dasheri mangoes are great source of fibre to help with digestion and vitamin C to boost the immune system. The fruits are an excellent source of zinc, vitamin E, iron, calcium, and other quantities of zinc, vitamin A, folate, and other minerals that support proper organ function. Dasheri mangoes include phytochemicals in the skin that may have antioxidant-like qualities to alleviate inflammation in addition to vitamins and minerals.

Exports

The Dasheri mango is exported internationally to various countries including Singapore, Hong Kong, The Philippines, Malaysia, and other countries in South-East Asia.

References

• Dasheri Mango
• Dasheri Mango plant propagation
• Oldest Plant of Dasehri

External links

• Dasheri Village
• Dasheri Mango's Mother Plant