Carica papaya
papaya
Description
Carica papaya, known as papaya or pawpaw, is a large, herbaceous plant with a single, unbranched trunk. Native to tropical regions, it is cultivated globally for its edible fruit, which is sweet, fleshy, and packed with vitamins and enzymes. The fruit can vary in size, shape, and color, ranging from green to yellow or orange when ripe. Papaya trees have large, palmately lobed leaves that cluster at the top of the trunk. The sap of the unripe fruit and leaves contains papain, an enzyme used in various industrial and medicinal applications. These plants are relatively fast-growing, and the fruit usually ripens year-round in warm climates. Papaya requires plenty of sunlight, and the soil should have good drainage. For optimum growth, protect from strong winds and frost.
Description
Carica papaya, known as papaya or pawpaw, is a large, herbaceous plant with a single, unbranched trunk. Native to tropical regions, it is cultivated globally for its edible fruit, which is sweet, fleshy, and packed with vitamins and enzymes. The fruit can vary in size, shape, and color, ranging from green to yellow or orange when ripe. Papaya trees have large, palmately lobed leaves that cluster at the top of the trunk. The sap of the unripe fruit and leaves contains papain, an enzyme used in various industrial and medicinal applications. These plants are relatively fast-growing, and the fruit usually ripens year-round in warm climates. Papaya requires plenty of sunlight, and the soil should have good drainage. For optimum growth, protect from strong winds and frost.