{"title":"Papaya (Carica sp.)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePapaya is one of those plants that quickly brings to mind warmer climates. With its large, hand-shaped leaves, rapid growth, and distinctive fruits, a papaya plant is both exciting to grow and decorative to have around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe common papaya, \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e, originates from tropical regions of the Americas but is grown in many parts of the world today. Under the right conditions, it grows quickly and can develop from a small seedling into an impressive plant in a relatively short time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith us, you will find various varieties and types of papaya, including dwarf forms and other exciting variants that can be grown from seed. This makes papaya an obvious project for those who would like to try their hand at exotic fruit plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"papaya-carica-papaya-american-dwarf-fro-15-stk","title":"Papaya (Carica papaya) (Dwarf) | seeds, 15 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e \"dwarf\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melontræ, dværg papaya, papaja, Dværg-papaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Papaya\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Dwarf’ is a compact and early-fruiting variety of the classic papaya – a tropical beauty known for its large, juicy fruits and exotic appearance. Where the common \u003cem data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e can reach several meters in height, the \u003cem data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"630\"\u003e‘Dwarf’\u003c\/em\u003e remains much more manageable and is therefore perfectly suited for cultivation in \u003cstrong data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"738\"\u003elarge pots, a greenhouse, or a conservatory\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eThe plant forms a sturdy, upright stem topped with large, palmately lobed leaves, which create an almost palm-like appearance. Even as a young plant, it can begin to flower and set fruit – often at a height of just 80–120 cm. The flowers are small, creamy-yellow, and fragrant, while the fruits are oval and golden, with sweet, orange flesh and a fresh, tropical aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eCarica papaya ‘Dwarf’\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003efull sun and warm conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. It requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003enutrient-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that is kept evenly moist but never waterlogged. The temperature should preferably not drop below 15 °C, and the plant thrives optimally around 22–30 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eIn Denmark, it is best suited for a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003egreenhouse, conservatory, or large containers\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it can be moved indoors during cold periods. With plenty of light, warmth, and a little patience, however, one may be lucky enough to harvest ripe fruits even in a northern climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eThe plant is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003efast-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e but has a relatively short lifespan – 3–5 years is normal – which makes it ideal as an exotic, lush potted plant that provides a tropical atmosphere both indoors and outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eGrowing from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in moist, well-drained soil and covered lightly. They germinate best at 25–30 °C and require even humidity and good ventilation. Germination typically takes 2–4 weeks. Seedlings should be transplanted early, as papaya does not like its roots to be disturbed. It is said that one should sow several seeds together, as they release a hormone that promotes germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003ePapaya fruits are rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, and the natural enzyme \u003cstrong data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003epapain\u003c\/strong\u003e, which aids digestion. They are eaten fresh, used in smoothies, desserts, and salads, or dried as a tropical snack. The unripe, green fruits can be prepared as a vegetable in Asian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003eBeyond its utility, \u003cem data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eCarica papaya ‘Dwarf’\u003c\/em\u003e is an extremely decorative plant – with its large, palmately lobed leaves and rapid growth, it brings an authentic tropical vibe to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eCarica papaya ‘Dwarf’\u003c\/em\u003e is the ideal papaya for Nordic conditions – compact, fast-growing, and easy to cultivate, even for the impatient plant enthusiast dreaming of a taste of the tropics on their windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44318171431180,"sku":"EF-EF-013","price":39.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/products\/Caricapapaya_dwarf_1.jpg?v=1680032828"},{"product_id":"bjerg-papaya-carica-pubescens-fro-15-stk","title":"Mountain Papaya (Carica pubescens) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bjergpapaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mountain papaya, highland papaya,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMountain pawpaw, papayuelo, chamburo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e is an exciting relative of the papaya from the Andes mountains in South America, where it grows in higher and cooler areas than the common papaya. The species is closely related to the common \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e but differs in its better tolerance for cooler temperatures and its more compact growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant develops a slender stem with large, hand-shaped leaves and a distinctly tropical appearance. The fruits are smaller than those of the common papaya but have an aromatic and fresh flavor with tropical notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to the classic \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e is generally better suited for subtropical conditions and can handle lower temperatures. If you are interested in papaya plants, you can also check out our other species and varieties like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/papaya-carica-papaya-american-dwarf-fro-15-stk?\" title=\"Papaya (Carica papaya) (Dwarf) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarica papaya “Dwarf”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and other papaya \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/fro\" title=\"Alle vores frø\"\u003eseeds in our assortment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in full sun to light partial shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003enutrient-rich and well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eeven moisture during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ewarm, but not extremely hot conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-draining tropical potting soil with high organic content is ideal. During the growing season, you can supplement with a mild, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/okologisk-godning\" title=\"Økologisk gødning\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e to support healthy growth and leaf development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is not frost-tolerant but generally tolerates cooler conditions better than the common papaya. In Denmark, it is best grown as a potted plant that can be kept outdoors during the summer and overwintered in a bright, frost-free location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant grows quickly under good conditions and does not like long periods of cold or wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e germinate best under warm and stable conditions. For best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esoaking in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esowing in a well-draining and nutrient-rich soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ea temperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ekeeping the soil evenly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination typically occurs within 2–6 weeks. The young plants grow relatively quickly and develop their large, characteristic leaves early on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e is grown as a fruit, ornamental, and collector plant. It is especially the combination of tropical appearance and better tolerance for cooler temperatures that makes this species interesting for growers outside the tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor enthusiasts of exotic fruit trees, it is an exciting alternative to the common papaya and an obvious supplement to other species in the papaya genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarica pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a different and exotic papaya species right from seed – a tropical plant with beautiful leaves, exciting fruits, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44520587919628,"sku":"EF-EF-001","price":39.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Caricapubescens_1.jpg?v=1689192892"},{"product_id":"papaya-carica-papaya-honey-dew-fro-10-stk","title":"Papaya (Carica papaya) (Honey Dew) | seeds, 20 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melontræ, papaya, papaja\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papaya\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey Dew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney Dew is one of the most popular papaya varieties. The growth is semi-dwarf, which means it does not grow very tall (2-3 meters). It produces many fruits weighing 1.5 - 2.0 kg, which are said to be sweet and tasty. The fruits are yellow and the flesh is dark orange to almost reddish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe well-known and flavorful papaya originates from Mexico, from where it later spread as a crop to the entire world. The papaya is a small tree, usually with a single trunk, which for the larger varieties can reach up to 10 meters in height. The flowers, and later the papaya fruits, develop from the leaf sheaths themselves. This gives the papaya its characteristic appearance, with the fruits sitting closely against the trunk. The trees do not live very long (for trees) and typically do not reach more than 20 years of age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common way to grow new papaya trees is from seeds. Fortunately, the fruits contain many seeds, which germinate easily if they are fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a semi-dwarf variety with yellow skin and reddish flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49227863556364,"sku":"EF-EF-014","price":38.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/carica-papaya-coorg-honeydew-16030.jpg?v=1722850226"},{"product_id":"papaya-carica-papaya-cauca-fro-10-stk","title":"Papaya (Carica papaya \"Cauca\") | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCarica papaya \"Cauca\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melon tree, papaya, papaja\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papaya\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"599\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cauca' is a fruit variety of papaya originating from the Cauca region in southwestern Colombia. This variety is known for its compact growth, early fruiting, and delicious fruits – characteristics that make it particularly suitable for cultivation in pots, greenhouses, and protected gardens in warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"1006\" class=\"\"\u003eThe plant has the characteristic palm-like growth habit with an upright stem and large, deeply lobed leaves that cluster in a rosette at the top. It grows quickly under the right conditions and can begin to set fruit within the first year. The fruits of 'Cauca' are medium-sized, golden-yellow when ripe, and have juicy orange to reddish flesh with a sweet, tropical aroma and a slight nutmeg-like undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1150\" class=\"\"\u003eThe variety is known for its reliability and compact size compared to commercial papaya types, making it ideal for hobby growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1516\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cauca' requires warmth, high humidity, and plenty of light to thrive. It prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and should be watered regularly, but without becoming waterlogged. In Denmark, it is best suited for cultivation in large pots in a greenhouse, conservatory, or tropical plant corner, where the temperature is kept above 15–18 °C year-round. It is not frost-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1939\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eThe papaya fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and enzymes such as papain, which promotes digestion. It can be eaten fresh, used in smoothies, salads, desserts, or as a tenderizing ingredient in marinades. The seeds are edible in small amounts and have a peppery, spicy taste. In traditional medicine, both the fruit, seeds, and leaves are used for a variety of purposes – from promoting digestion to anti-inflammatory treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2189\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eCarica papaya\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cauca' is the obvious choice for the tropical-enthusiast grower who wants a fast-growing, decorative, and edible plant with high utility. A compact and fruitful variety that brings both warmth and flavor to the greenhouse and conservatory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54284021072140,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Caricapapaya.jpg?v=1746648120"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/collections\/Carica_papaya_gul_1.jpg?v=1788891503","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/collections\/papaya-carica-sp.oembed","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}