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Papaya (Mīkana)

Papaya is one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic and productive fruit trees. It grows exceptionally well in the islands’ warm, tropical climate and can begin producing fruit within the first year. Known for its sweet flavor and year-round harvest, papaya is a favorite for home gardens, farms, and landscaping projects.

Papayas fruits have a soft, buttery flesh with a sweet, tropical taste. The flavor ranges from mild to intensely sweet depending on ripeness and variety.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • Rich in vitamin C and vitamin A
  • Contains papain, a natural enzyme that aids digestion
  • High in antioxidants
  • Low in calories and hydrating

Papaya is one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic and productive fruit trees. It grows exceptionally well in the islands’ warm, tropical climate and can begin producing fruit within the first year. Known for its sweet flavor and year-round harvest, papaya is a favorite for home gardens, farms, and landscaping projects.

Papayas fruits have a soft, buttery flesh with a sweet, tropical taste. The flavor ranges from mild to intensely sweet depending on ripeness and variety.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • Rich in vitamin C and vitamin A
  • Contains papain, a natural enzyme that aids digestion
  • High in antioxidants
  • Low in calories and hydrating

Papaya is a fast-growing tropical fruit tree prized for its sweet, vitamin-rich fruit and year-round production in warm climates. With proper care, papaya trees can begin producing fruit within the first year, making them an excellent choice for home gardens, small farms, and edible landscapes.

Features & Benefits:

Fast Growth: Reaches maturity quickly and produces fruit in as little as 9–12 months.

High Yield: Continuous fruiting throughout the year in tropical environments.

Low Maintenance: Requires minimal pruning and thrives in full sun with well-draining soil.

Nutrient-Rich Fruit: Papayas are packed with vitamins A & C, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes.

Compact Footprint: Ideal for small spaces, since trees grow vertically with a narrow trunk.

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