Scientific Name: Carica papaya. Common Name: 'Belizean Melon Papaya'. This is a fast growing small succulent-type fruit tree that can grow up to 12 to 15 foot tall. Native to Belize, Central America and northern South America. It is a heavy producer of red fleshed melon-sized fruit averaging 5 to 8 pounds. Easy to grow from seed the seeds will germinate in 30 to 60 days and the plants will bloom and produce fruit in three to four years. The unripe green fruit produces an enzyme, called papaina, which is used as a meat tenderizer. like the commercial papaya, the fruit is an excellent source of vitamin A, B, C, and G, as well as it is great for digestion. Medically, the papaya has an enzyne that soothes the stomach and calms indigestion.
This item is a special tropical gardener's packet of one hundred (100) Carica papaya 'Melon Papaya' seeds, to be delivered upon receipt of payment. Note that the buyer pays $2.95 postage & handling.
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