Choc anon

The ‘Chocanon’ mango is a unique and intriguing variety originating from Thailand. It’s known for its unusual flavor profile, which some people describe as having chocolate or caramel notes, hence the name.

Here’s a summary of its characteristics:

Fruit:

• Taste: The flavor is its most distinguishing feature. While not everyone detects chocolate, many find it has a sweet, rich taste with hints of spice, caramel, or even a malt-like flavor. It’s often described as having a unique and complex flavor that sets it apart from other mango varieties.
• Texture: The flesh is smooth, creamy, and fiberless.
• Appearance: The fruit is oblong and medium-sized. The skin is green when unripe, turning yellow or orange with a reddish blush as it ripens. The flesh is a deep orange color.
• Ripening Season: The season varies but is typically considered a mid-season mango. It is typically harvested in July.
• Seed: The seed is monoembryonic. 

Tree:

• Growth Habit: The tree is reportedly a vigorous grower with a spreading habit.
• Disease Resistance: It has shown good resistance to anthracnose.
• Production: It is a good producer. 

In summary, the Chocanon mango is a distinctive variety favored for its unusual and complex flavor, fiberless flesh, and good disease resistance. While its flavor isn’t universally agreed upon as “chocolatey”, it’s a mango that offers a unique taste experience.