Fun facts about papayas:
Papaya is a rich source of vitamins C and vitamins of the B group. It contains beta-carotene which turns into vitamin A inside the human body. Besides vitamins, papaya contains numerous valuable minerals and high content of dietary fibers.
Leaves of papaya are used in the treatment of malaria. Fruit is used in the treatment of digestive disorders. Since it has antiviral properties, papaya can be used in the treatment of Dengue fever (tropical viral disease). When used for medical purposes, papaya can be consumed raw or in the form of ointments and tables.
Credits: http://www.softschools.com/facts/plants/papaya_facts/612/
Tips of how to grow:
To grow good papayas you need a frost-free climate, lots of sunlight, lots of water and very good soil.
1. Just cut the papaya in half, scrape out the seeds, and clean and dry them.
2. Select a sunny and sheltered place in your garden. That’s right, in your garden. Don’t start them in pots!
3. Papayas have large soft leaves. They evaporate a lot of water in warm weather, so they need a lot of water. But unfortunately, papayas are very susceptible to root rot, especially in cool weather. Overwatering is the most common reason for problems when growing papayas.
Credit: https://www.tropicalpermaculture.com/growing-papaya.html
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