CAC

The ‘CAC’ mango, also known as ‘Xoai Cat Chu’ in Vietnamese, is a popular variety originating from Vietnam. It’s well-regarded for its flavor, texture, and disease resistance.

 Here’s a summary of its key characteristics:

1. Fruit Characteristics:

• Taste: Described as exceptionally rich and sweet, with a pleasant acidity to balance it out. Some detect notes of cola syrup. Overall, it has an Indochinese flavor profile, with elements of citrus and peach.
• Appearance: The fruit is ovate/heart-shaped, medium-sized (around 1 pound or 18 oz), with a greenish-yellow skin when ripe.
• Texture: The flesh is a vibrant yellow-orange, completely fiberless, and incredibly smooth and creamy.
• Ripening Season: Mid-season, typically ripening from late June into July in Florida.
• Seed: The seed is polyembryonic. 

2. Tree Characteristics:

• Growth Habit: The tree is vigorous and fast-growing, with an open and leggy growth habit. It requires regular pruning to manage its shape and size. It can reach 20-25 feet tall.
• Disease Resistance: It has good anthracnose resistance and very good resistance to bacterial spot disease. However, it can be prone to powdery mildew on the blooms.
• Production: It is a consistent and good producer. 

3. Growing Conditions:

• It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
• It is well-suited to the Florida climate. 

In summary, the CAC mango is a highly desirable variety, especially for its excellent flavor, fiberless flesh, and good disease resistance. However, its vigorous growth habit may make it less suitable for small spaces.