Papaya Mexican
The Mexican Papaya is a tropical fruit tree originating from southern Mexico and Central America. It is a fast-growing and relatively small tree with a single stem and large, deeply lobed leaves. The fruit of the Mexican Papaya is typically large, pear-shaped, and features smooth, green to yellow skin when ripe. The juicy, vibrant orange flesh has a luscious, tropical taste with a mild sweetness. Mexican Papayas are valued not only for their delightful flavor but also for their rich nutritional content, including enzymes like papain, which can aid in digestion. Due to its adaptability to warm climates and rapid growth, the Mexican Papaya is a popular choice in tropical and subtropical regions, both for commercial cultivation and as a tropical fruit tree in home gardens.
Botanical Name
Carica papaya 'Mexican'
Also Known As
Mexican Papaya | 木瓜
Specifications
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Harvest Season
Years to Bear
9 - 10
Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
10' Tall and 8' Wide
Fast
Spring
White
Summer
1 - 2 Years