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		Ozzie_osman on Feb 12, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Growing a mango tree from seed – one year time lap... We have Alphonso in Egypt, too! Though I prefer Eweis which is much sweeter. I've heard most of the mango strains in Egypt originated in India and spread there during British rule.

moeris on Feb 12, 2022 [–]

In fact, we have Alphonso mangoes in the US on a seasonal basis. Add others have pointed out, they're likely not as good due to shipping constraints.

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