Papaya

Key Features: Type: Fast-growing, short-lived tropical fruit tree Height: 3 to 10 meters (10–33 ft) Leaves: Large, lobed, umbrella-shaped at the top of the trunk Fruit: Oval or pear-shaped; green when unripe, yellow-orange when ripe with sweet orange flesh and black seeds 🌞 Growing Conditions: Sunlight: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, light and fertile soil Watering: Regular watering; sensitive to waterlogging 🌼 Flowering & Fruiting: Bloom Time: Year-round in warm climates Fruit Harvest: 6–9 months after planting, continues year-round 🌱 Uses: Eaten fresh, in juices, salads, and desserts Rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, papain enzyme (good for digestion) Seeds have medicinal and antibacterial properties