Carica papaya L.
Useful plants of Asia
- Family
Caricaceae
- Genus
Carica
- Species
- Carica papaya L.
Common name(s)
- Papaya
- Melon-tree
- Mamon
- Paw paw
- Pawpaw
- Tree melon
IUCN Red List
DD
Data deficient
Population trend: Decreasing
Uses
-
FOOD ADDITIVE
- clarifier
- fermentation retarder
- stabilizer
- tenderizer
-
FOOD
- beverage base
- fruits
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GENE SOURCE
- genetic input
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MATERIAL
- chemicals
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MEDICINE
- sources of natural substances
Additional information
Phenology
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