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Carica papaya cultivars

Family Name: Caricaceae

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Species Epithet Type
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Shrub
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic
Maximum Height 2 m to 10 m

Biogeography

Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Fruits, Ornamental Form
Landscape Uses Container Planting, Parks & Gardens
Thematic Landscaping Economic Garden

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Fauna Pollination Dispersal Associated Fauna Bird-Attracting

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Easy to Grow
Diseases In general, papaya cultivars are susceptible to the papaya ringspot virus which spreads through aphids.
Propagation Method Seed

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Master ID 34036
Species ID 8452
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 23 May 2024.

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