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.