Super Alphonso

The term “Mango Super Alphonso ZILL” refers to a specific mango variety developed by Gary Zill, a mango breeder in Florida, that is intended to be a superior version of the Alphonso mango. 

Here’s what that means:

1. Alphonso Heritage:

• It is named “Super Alphonso” to capitalize on the reputation of the Alphonso mango, known as the “King of Mangoes” for its exceptional flavor and creamy texture. 

2. Zill Breeding:

• This mango is a product of Gary Zill’s breeding program in Boynton Beach, Florida.
• It was originally named ‘India’ and later renamed ‘Super Alphonso’.
• Its parentage is believed to be a seedling of ‘Zill-80’, with ‘Jakarta’ possibly being the pollen parent. 

3. “Super” Qualities:

• The “Super” prefix suggests that this variety is an improved version of the Alphonso, possibly with better flavor, size, or disease resistance.
• It is described as having a flavor that reminds one of ‘Zill-80’ but with a hint of Indian spice, making it superior, though it does not taste like a true Alphonso.
• The fruit is round, similar to its maternal parent, and is reported to be a reliable and productive variety. 

In Conclusion:

The “Super Alphonso ZILL” mango is a Florida-bred mango that aims to capture the essence of the Alphonso mango while offering unique flavor characteristics and improved traits from Zill’s breeding program.