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Papaya
Carica papaya
tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water
A tropical tree producing large, orange-fleshed fruits with a sweet, musky flavor. Requires warm temperatures and can be grown in containers in cooler climates.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
low
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 11bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 8Soil Texture
Seasonality
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFall
Succession Role
pioneer
Native Range
Central America
Function & Care
biomass/mulchediblemedicinalwildlife benefit
Edible Parts
fruitleafseed
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation