7 Mango Orchard

Mango grown in Madeira Island is a distinctive Atlantic expression of this tropical fruit. Cultivated in small orchards by the sea they benefit from the islands subtropical microclimates with abundant sunshine, low rainfall during ripening, and protection from strong winds.

Most mango varieties grown in Madeira were introduced from the Canary Islands, Brazil, and the United States, rather than from Asia. However, some Australian varieties, such as Kensington, can also be found.

We can also find local varieties. Besides the so called Mango Regional, we grow some trees of varieties locally known as Joaninha or Quebradas - the latter named after the Center for the Development of Subtropical Fruit Growing of Madeira.

What Makes It Special?

Unlike mass-produced tropical mangoes, Madeira mangoes are typically:

• Tree-ripened, harvested at optimal maturity
• Locally grown and seasonal, with limited production
• Naturally sweet, thanks to high sun exposure and mineral-rich volcanic soils

The combination of ocean influence, volcanic terrain, and sheltered cultivation areas gives Madeira mangoes a refined sweetness and pronounced aroma, making them a prized seasonal fruit on the island.