Papaya
Papaya — Carica papaya
Large oblong fruit ripens yellow-orange with orange-red flesh and black seeds.
This plant is also called: Papayo (Spanish), Papaia (Portuguese), Papayer (French), Papayabaum (German), 木瓜 (Chinese), パパイヤ (Japanese), 파파야 (Korean), Đu đủ (Vietnamese). Names from public plant databases.
| Size / pot | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Gallon | 65.00 USD | In stock |
Stock checked 36 minutes ago.
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Not sure this tree fits your yard? Ask Maxi, or call us.
Plant facts
- Plant type
- Fruiting herbaceous plant
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Hardiness zones
- 10-11
- Chill hours
- 0
- Pollination
- Sex expression varies by plant; hermaphrodite plants are preferred for consistent fruit shape and self-pollination. Female plants require pollen from male or hermaphrodite plants.
- Mature size
- About 20 ft.
- Sun exposure
- full sun
- Harvest season
- Year-round in Florida.
Growing results vary with your climate, site, care and weather. The information shown here is general guidance and does not guarantee how a plant will perform once planted at your property. For performance related issues, please reference our care guides.
Sweet, musky and melon-like with tropical notes. Soft, buttery and juicy. Distinct ripe tropical aroma.
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Florida hardiness zones
This plant is rated for zones 10 to 11. Zones it suits are outlined in the key.
- 8b
- 9a
- 9b
- 10a (suits this plant)
- 10b (suits this plant)
- 11a (suits this plant)
- 11b (suits this plant)
Delivery and installation
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