I am a high-yielding, regular-bearing hybrid prized for my "Surya" (sun-like) appearance and my outstanding shelf life, which makes me one of the best varieties for commercial export and long-distance transport.

I was developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), Pusa, New Delhi, through a selection from the exotic Eldon variety.

I require deep and consistent watering during my flowering and fruit-set stages, but I prefer well-drained soil to prevent root issues and to help my sugars concentrate as I ripen.

I thrive in full, direct sunlight for at least 8 to 10 hours a day; intense sun is essential for me to develop my characteristic golden-red skin and deep internal color.

I love warm, tropical to subtropical climates between 24°C and 40°C and am very well-adapted to the hot, dry summers of Northern and Central India.

I have a moderately vigorous growth habit and perform best in deep, fertile loamy soil where my roots can spread; I am well-suited for both traditional and high-density planting.

I am a moderate feeder; I appreciate organic manures like well-rotted cow dung in the winter and a boost of potassium in early spring to enhance my fruit color and sugar levels.

My scientific name is Mangifera indica 'Pusa Surya' and I belong to the Anacardiaceae family.

My fruit flesh is a safe treat for pets, but my sap can be irritating to their skin and eyes, and my pit should never be given to them as it is a choking hazard.

My dense, evergreen canopy is highly effective at absorbing carbon dioxide and providing cooling shade, making me a beautiful and functional addition to any garden.

I am a nutritional powerhouse rich in Vitamin A (Beta-carotene) and Vitamin C, and my firm flesh allows me to stay fresh at room temperature for up to 10–12 days.

I am known for my field resistance to mango malformation, but I should still be protected from mango hoppers during the flowering season and fruit flies during ripening.

I am a sturdy and reliable perennial tree that can continue to provide you with "sun-kissed" premium harvests for 40 to 60 years.