PAPAYA
Carica papaya
A fast growing tropical fruit plant with a slender stem.
Application:š³Solitary |š¾Fruit tree |āTropical accent
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Likes full sun
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Fast grower
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Water regularly
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Height 3-6 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Papaya |
| Latin name | Carica papaya |
| Origin | Tropical America |
| Height | Up to 6 meters |
| Growth habit | Fast growing plant |
| Location (take into account) | Sheltered |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Regularly |
| Windproof | No |
| Fertilization | Fertilize regularly; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Leaves | Large, deeply incised leaf |
| Fruits | Papaya - Pear-shaped with smooth, thin skin that turns yellow to green when ripe |
| Flowers | Cream eight |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | No, dwarf yes |
| Edible | Yes |