Bring a taste of Jamaica to your garden with the Bombay Mango Tree, a beloved variety known for its rich mango flavor and aromatic, spiced sweetness. Enjoy a ripe Bombay fresh from the tree, spoon its juicy flesh into a bowl, or turn your harvest into a refreshing drink to share with family.
For gardeners creating a Caribbean-inspired backyard orchard or food forest, Bombay offers that familiar pleasure of growing something that tastes like home.
Fruit taste & texture
Bombay delivers a full, rich mango flavor with sweet, aromatic spice notes. Its flesh is juicy and enjoyable for fresh eating. Fiber descriptions vary among growers, so we describe it as having some fiber rather than guaranteeing a completely fiberless mango. Spyke's Tropical Nursery
Enjoy your harvest in:
- Fresh mango bowls and fruit salads
- Juices and smoothies
- Mango salsa and chutney
- Frozen treats and homemade preserves
Bombay is also known for flesh that separates readily from the pit when ripe, making it an appealing mango for spooning out and enjoying simply. Pine Island Nursery
Fruit size & appearance
Bombay produces medium-sized mangoes. Published nursery weights range approximately 7–16.5 ounces (200–470 grams); another Florida grower reports 12–14 ounces. These are growing guides rather than a measured average for our nursery. Spyke's Tropical Nursery
Your reference photos show plump fruit with green-to-yellow skin, a peach or pink blush, and natural speckling. Color alone should not determine ripeness; look for a developed aroma and gentle softening.
Tree size & growth
Bombay is a vigorous mango tree with an open canopy. It is best planned as a substantial in-ground tree, with regular pruning to help keep harvesting manageable. It is not a naturally dwarf variety. Pine Island Nursery
Allow room for its future canopy and access around the tree. A container can accommodate a young plant, but long-term container growing requires considerable pruning and root management.
Origin & Caribbean connection
Bombay has a strong Jamaican connection and Indian ancestry. Its rich flavor has made it a familiar favorite in Jamaican gardens and a meaningful addition to Caribbean-style edible landscapes. Richard Lyons Nursery, Inc.
Botanical name: Mangifera indica ‘Bombay’
Plant type: Evergreen tropical fruit tree
Florida harvest season
Typical South Florida harvest: June–July.
Suggested Harvest Planner filters: June, July.
Treat these months as estimates. Palm Bay harvest timing can shift with flowering, weather, tree maturity, and growing conditions. Pine Island Nursery
When choosing companion mango varieties, compare their harvest months so you can extend your season instead of concentrating every harvest into the same few weeks.
Plan your harvest before you plant.™
Bombay Mango Tree care
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Sunlight: Plant in full sun for best growth and fruit production.
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Soil: Choose a well-drained location that does not remain flooded.
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Watering: Water regularly while establishing. Adjust watering for rainfall and soil moisture rather than following a fixed weekly schedule.
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Mulching: Mulch over the root zone to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the trunk.
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Fertilizing: Use a suitable mango fertilizer according to the tree’s age and label directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen.
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Pruning: Shape young trees and prune established trees soon after harvest to manage height and canopy spread.
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Cold protection: Protect young trees during freezing weather. Flowers and small fruit are also vulnerable to cold.
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Pests & disease: Watch for anthracnose and powdery mildew, especially around flowering and during humid weather. ask.ifas.ufl.edu
Growing in Palm Bay
Choose a warm, sheltered planting location with good drainage. Young mango trees need particular attention during winter cold events. Bombay’s vigorous growth also makes thoughtful placement important: plan for the mature canopy, nearby structures, and future maintenance.
Bombay Mango Quick Growing Information
| Feature |
Details |
| Tree |
Bombay Mango |
| Botanical name |
Mangifera indica ‘Bombay’
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| Heritage |
Jamaican favorite with Indian ancestry |
| Fruit size |
Medium |
| Approximate fruit weight |
Published range: 7–16.5 oz |
| Skin |
Green to yellow, often with pink or reddish blush |
| Flesh |
Yellow to orange |
| Flavor |
Rich, sweet, aromatic, spiced |
| Texture |
Juicy; some fiber may be present |
| Growth |
Vigorous, open canopy |
| Light |
Full sun |
| Soil |
Well-drained |
| Typical Florida harvest |
June–July |
| Harvest Planner filters |
June, July |
| Cold protection |
Especially important while young |
| Best use |
In-ground backyard orchard or food forest |
Product FAQs
When does Bombay mango ripen in Florida?
Typically June–July in South Florida. Local weather and growing conditions can shift the season.
Is Bombay a dwarf mango tree?
No. It is a vigorous variety that needs space and regular pruning to maintain a manageable canopy.
Is Bombay mango completely fiberless?
Grower descriptions differ. We describe it as juicy with some fiber rather than promise completely fiberless fruit.
Can I grow Bombay mango in Palm Bay?
A warm, well-drained site and winter protection are important, particularly for young trees.
Do I need two mango trees to get fruit?
A single mango tree can produce fruit; you do not need a second Bombay tree. Weather, flowering, and pollinator activity still affect fruit set.
Will the tree arrive with mangoes?
Fruit in the image illustrates the variety. Fruiting status, plant size, and container size depend on the selected option and available nursery stock.
Grow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™
