Papaya Cultivation, a Nutrient Storehouse.

Papaya is a very well-known, delicious and nutritious fruit in our country. Papaya is equally popular in both its raw and ripe states. Although papaya trees are mainly unisexual, some trees are bisexual, which are capable of bearing fruit more or less throughout the year. Green papayas hang in bunches along the trunk. Small yellow-white flowers and new young papayas are appearing on the upper part of the tree, which is a sign of a healthy tree. Papaya trees grow very quickly and start bearing fruit within a few months of planting.

Raw papaya contains a fat-digesting enzyme called ‘papain’, which is very effective in increasing digestion and relieving constipation. Ripe papaya is an excellent source of vitamins ‘A’ and ‘C’, which increase eye sight and improve the body’s immunity. The antioxidants present in papaya help in increasing skin radiance and removing signs of aging. It is possible to grow papaya in your backyard or on your roof with little space and care. Including papaya in your daily diet can be a great habit to meet your family's nutritional needs and keep your body healthy.