Carica papaya & cvs
PAPAYA, RED PAPAYA
Caricaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

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Origins: USA, Central America, Caribbean, South America

Other Botanical Names:

Other Common Names: Yellow Papaw

 
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Carica papaya & cvs
PAPAYA, RED PAPAYA
Caricaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: cream

Flowering Time: mid summer to mid autumn

Edibility: edible fruit


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical designs

Uses: shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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