Papaya


Watering
Intermediate

Cultivation
transplanted

Harvesting
182 - 304 days

Labour
Low

Sunlight
full sun

pH Value
5.5 - 7.5

Temperature
25°C - 35°C


Papaya

Introduction

Papaya is an important tropical fruit that is high in nutrients such as vitamin C. It is also valued for its medicinal properties. Its by-products are also used in the manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and textile industries.

Care

Papaya is an important tropical fruit that is high in nutrients such as vitamin C. It is also valued for its medicinal properties. Its by-products are also used in the manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and textile industries.

Soil

Loamy, sandy soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is best for papaya cultivation. Alluvial soil along waterways offers an alternative environment for growth. Despite their shallow roots, papaya trees need deep soil that drains well. Papaya should be planted in areas that are protected from the wind, or windbreaks should be planted on the perimeter of the land.

Climate

Papaya cultivation is suitable in tropical and sub-tropical regions at altitudes up to 600 m above sea level. Warm weather favours the development of the crop. High humidity is desired for growth, while drier conditions are favourable for ripening. Strong winds are detrimental to the crop due to their shallow roots.

Probable Diseases

Papaya

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Papaya

Papaya

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Key Facts

Watering
Intermediate

Cultivation
transplanted

Harvesting
182 - 304 days

Labour
Low

Sunlight
full sun

pH Value
5.5 - 7.5

Temperature
25°C - 35°C

Papaya

Learn all about how to grow it in Plantix!

Care

Papaya is an important tropical fruit that is high in nutrients such as vitamin C. It is also valued for its medicinal properties. Its by-products are also used in the manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and textile industries.

Soil

Loamy, sandy soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is best for papaya cultivation. Alluvial soil along waterways offers an alternative environment for growth. Despite their shallow roots, papaya trees need deep soil that drains well. Papaya should be planted in areas that are protected from the wind, or windbreaks should be planted on the perimeter of the land.

Climate

Papaya cultivation is suitable in tropical and sub-tropical regions at altitudes up to 600 m above sea level. Warm weather favours the development of the crop. High humidity is desired for growth, while drier conditions are favourable for ripening. Strong winds are detrimental to the crop due to their shallow roots.

Probable Diseases