{"id":31912,"date":"2026-08-08T13:34:47","date_gmt":"2026-08-08T16:34:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/item\/mexican-papaya-carica-papaya-tropical\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T13:34:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T16:34:47","slug":"mexican-papaya-carica-papaya-tropical","status":"publish","type":"itempress_product","link":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/item\/mexican-papaya-carica-papaya-tropical\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexican Papaya (Carica papaya) Tropical Fruit Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You are bidding on Mexican Papaya (Carica papaya) Tropical Fruit TreeMexican papaya turn greenish-yellow with shades of orange when ripe and contain numerous round, shiny, inedible black seeds in its center cavity. Somewhat similar to a melon, its delectable flesh is firm and juicy. The flavor, Mexican papaya is one of the fastest growing tropical fruits available today. Ranging in size, some can measure fifteen inches long and weigh in at ten pounds. TheMexican variety is somewhat larger. The fruit of the Papaya is also called pawpaw and is eaten raw without the skin. The fruit is sweet, low in calories and high in potassium and vitamin A. Papaya is also used in drinks, jellies, salads, desserts and is also dried and candied. When considering the best papaya growing conditions in the home landscape, don\u2019t forget about planting location. The best place to plant a papaya is on the south or southeast side of a house with some protection from wind and cold weather. Papayas also grow best in full sun. Papayas like well-drained soil, and because of shallow roots, growing papaya trees will not tolerate wet conditions.Climate: Thrive in subtropical and tropical climates. They do not tolerate freezing temperatures and are damaged or killed if temperatures go below 32 degrees. Growth Habit: The papaya is a short lived, fast growing woody herb. They generally have a single trunk and grow 8~10 feet tall,Sun Light: Grow best in full sun. Papayas love the heat and sunlight. Fertilize: Papayas are heavy feeders and require regular fertilizing. Adding compost is also recommended. Water: Papayas have large soft leaves and evaporate a lot of water in warm weather, so they need above average watering. Soil: Papayas do best in rich soil that is high in organic matter. Make sure your planting location and soil has good drainage to avoid root rot.Plant around 30~36&#8243; height in 2 gallon pot.similar like pic you will receive it. Plants shipping without container. will be wrapped and fastened safely in our packaging Thank you! Feedback:Please leave us positive feedback and five stars across the board. If for ANY reason you are unsatisfied with your product, please contact us before leaving a negative feedback. We will do everything to ensure the entire transaction will be flawless in the end. 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