Description
About Pedda Rasallu Mango
Also known as
- Pedda Rasalu mango (also called Pedda Rasam or simply Rasalu) is a famous traditional mango variety from South India, especially loved in Andhra–Telangana regions.
Origin
Mainly grown in:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Parts of Karnataka
Season
April to June (peak in May)
Shape
- Large, oval to oblong
- Slightly bulky and full-looking
Taste & Texture
- Extremely sweet and aromatic
- Known for its rich juice (“rasam”)
- Less firm than varieties like Banganapalli mango
👉 This mango is often sucked rather than sliced because of its juice content.
Other Characteristics
- Size: Small to medium (around 250–300 g)
- Shape: Oval, smooth skin
- Color: Green outside (even when ripe), orange-red pulp inside
- Taste: Very sweet, rich, and aromatic
- Texture: Mostly fiberless and juicy
- Tree type: Dwarf tree (good for small farms/gardens)
- Special feature: High beta-carotene (2–3× more than many varieties)
👉 One downside: it has a shorter shelf life than some other mango types.
Weight
- Usually 300 to 500 grams
- Can sometimes be even larger
