Fruit CharacteristicsAppearance Mediumsized fruits typically weighing between 200350 grams They are oval or oblong in shape
Skin The skin is smooth and thin Notably it often remains glossy green even when fully ripe though it may develop a goldenyellow hue or a slight red/orange blush on the side exposed to the sun
Flesh amp Texture The pulp is a vibrant deep golden yellow to orange It is famous for being completely fiberless with a creamy buttery consistency that melts in the mouth
Flavor It is exceptionally sweetoften described as sweeter than the popular Amrapali varietywith a rich aroma and a very mild hint of tanginess Uniquely it is sweet even when still green
Tree amp Growth HabitGrowth Type It is a semidwarf variety making it an excellent choice for highdensity farming small home gardens or even large containers on terraces
Height Standard trees can reach 1525 feet but they are easily managed through pruning to stay between 610 feet
Fruiting Habit Unlike seasonal mangoes Katimon can flower and fruit 23 times a year In tropical climates it can produce fruit almost continuously with peak harvests often occurring during the monsoon
Early Maturity Grafted plants are very precocious often beginning to bear fruit within 15 to 2 years of planting