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Papaya
A papaya, also called pawpaw, is the fruit of the Carica papaya plant. It grows in tropical regions of the United States, southern Mexico and Central America.
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What is botanical name of papaya leaf?
The botanical name of the papaya leaf is Carica papaya. This plant belongs to the family Caricaceae and is native to tropical regions of the Americas. The leaves are known for their distinct shape and are often used in traditional medicine and culinary dishes in various cultures.
How many sepals are there in papaya flower?
a sepal is the outermost part of a flower and is predominately green and can be free or fused. Sepals are the green leaves that are basal to the flower petals. collectively the sepals make up the calyx.
What happens when you eat papaya everyday?
I think i read in a book by Harold Tietze (an Australian) that over three days he ate 3 papaya including the black seeds. It gave him a tremendous stomach pain... however a wart fell off his hand. I usually eat all of the white seeds, if the seeds are black i eat a few table spoons because they are very spicy. I blend them with the papaya in a smoothie with greens and banana. I eat the skin too if it is unblemished and mature green papaya as well. I have a recipe for papaya ginger beer here: http://www.rejoiceinlife.com/recipes/papayaBeer.php Recently i have been having a papaya shoothy every day and my fibromyalgia symptoms have disappeared. I am not sure if that is associated with the papaya or not. I am wondering how many black seeds i could eat?
What does a ripe papaya look like?
There is three basic steps:
1. Look for a lot of yellow and red on the green skin.
2. Squezze the papaya gently; it should give a little if it is ripe.
3. Smell the fruit at the base where the stem was once attached; you should be able to smell a genuine papaya scent.
What nutrients are found in papaya?
The papaya is a great source of vitamin A and C. It also has other nutrients like copper, potassium, magnesium and vitamin K.
How do you say papaya in Cuba?
It`s a slang term meaning Vagina. I am visiting Colombia right now and the street produce venders are always shouting "We have fresh, papaya, papaya, papaya." Always makes me laugh(I´m cuban). Around cubans, you would ask for Fruta Bomba, if refering to Papaya, unless you want a bunch of cubans snickering and/or outright laughing at you.
A pineapple is indeed an angiosperm. A pineapple is considered to be an angiosperm because the seeds are inside of the fruit.
Yes, Papaya does cause Body Heat. Excessive consumption of papaya will boost the internal heat, which you can not measure but can sense through some symptoms.
Is it true the papaya can lessen the libido of males?
yes.
[This claim has no explanation to back it up. Do your research]
How can you prove that a papaya sap can be used as glue?
yes,because sap is so sticky and you can make it a glue
Is papaya is safe during 9 month pregnancy?
"If you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, avoideating papaya or using a papaya product. Papaya is sometimes recommended for soothing indigestion, which is a common ailment during pregnancy. Although a fully ripe papaya is not considered dangerous, a papaya that is at all unripe contains a latex substance that triggers uterine contractions and may cause amiscarriage. 1 The papaya enzyme that helps soothe indigestion is called papain, or vegetable pepsin. Papain is found in the fruit's latex and leaves. 1 Researchers have noted that unripe papaya latex acts like prostaglandin and oxytocin, which the body makes to start labor. 2 Synthetic prostaglandin and oxytocin are commonly used to start or strengthen labor contractions." -from Yahoo Health
In short, if it's ripe it might be ok, but better not to risk it.
Do Papaya enzyme and garlic tablets aid in weight loss?
According to Miss Eve Pearl (you can check her website), it does. =]
www.evepearl.com
Can Russian tortoises eat papaya?
yes, Russian tortoises can eat carrots and in fact they love carrots!
Why does papaya seed cause stomach pain?
Only foods that are contaminated with a parasite can cause dysentery. If a grown papaya is infected it will cause dysentery and severe gastrointestinal problems.
What kind of environment do papayas need to grow?
Papayas thrive in warm, tropical environments with temperatures between 70°F and 90°F (21°C to 32°C). They require well-draining, nutrient-rich soil and benefit from full sunlight for at least six hours a day. Additionally, papayas need consistent moisture, but they are sensitive to waterlogging, so proper drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
How much is the average cost of papaya in the UK?
I bought a Papaya from a fruit stand for $3 yesterday
What is the common name for papaya?
A number of English speakers use the term papaya, but pawpaw and papaw are also used. A link can be found below for more information.
Why can a papaya float in water?
actually here the osmosis phenomenon follows here the peel acts acts as the semipermeable membrane
How tall does papaya tree grow?
According to information from the Central Florida Palm and Cycad Society, in general, papaya trees do not transplant well. They do have a short root system. The bright side is they grow very quickly from seed. Here is a link with lots of good suggestions and info from the society. http://207.210.245.133/forum/viewtopic.php?t=426&highlight=&sid=2f099382b2c0cdab6f3506e801f7ea8f
Good luck!
Papayas are in their peak season from June until September, though they are available in supermarkets year round. They are usually harvested while still green, and will then ripen within one to two weeks.
