Physical CharacteristicsShape Mediumsized and typically oval or oblong It often has a slightly flattened base and a small prominent beak at the tip
Weight Usually weighs between 250g to 350g
Skin The skin is smooth thin and remarkably delicate It remains greenishyellow even when fully ripe sometimes developing a golden hue or a subtle reddish blush on the side exposed to the sun
Pulp The interior is a vibrant goldenyellow to orange It is famous for being 100 fiberless offering a creamy meltinthemouth consistency
Flavor and AromaTaste Known for an exceptionally high sugar content the Himsagar has a rich honeylike sweetness with very low acidity
Aroma It possesses a distinct intoxicating tropical fragrance that can fill an entire room once the fruit is ripe
Origin and Geographical Indication GIThe Himsagar is deeply rooted in the heritage of the Bengal region It has received Geographical Indication GI tags in two different capacities
India Registered as Malda Khirsapati Himsagar primarily grown in the Malda Murshidabad Nadia and Hooghly districts of West Bengal
Bangladesh Registered as Khirsapati primarily grown in the Chapai Nawabganj and Rajshahi regions