Papaws (or Papayas). (Carica papaya).

Authors

  • G. H. Murray

Abstract

A fruit common to the Territory, but not appreciated as it should be, is the papaw or papaya, known botanically as Carica papaya. Indigenous to the West Indies and Central America, it has spread throughout the tropics and is now wild in the bush of this Territory, the seed apparently having been distributed by birds.  Cultivation advice and recipes are discussed.

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Published

2025-09-30