The Alphonso mango is a seasonal fruit harvested from January to May; also known as the Hapus mango, is the King of mangoes due to its rich and creamy texture and sweet, aromatic flavor. It is mainly grown in Maharashtra in India, particularly in the small villages of Ratnagiri and Devgad. Depending on its maturity, it takes about 80 to 100 days for the Fruit to mature from flowering to harvest. After harvesting, the Fruit takes approximately 9 to 15 days to ripen. Alphonso mangoes usually weigh between 130 and 350 grams (4.5 and 12.3 oz) and have a rich, creamy, tender texture with a delicate, non-fibrous, juicy pulp. The Alphonso mango is a variety of mangoes considered one of the best mangoes in the world. It is known for its rich, sweet, aromatic flavour, smooth texture, and vibrant orange colour. It is often called the King of mangoes and is highly sought after by mango lovers.