PAPAYA 'Red Petiole' --Carica papaya--

This remarkable, rare and resistant papaya from southern Costa Rica has round fruits that reach 15 to 20 cm in diameter. The leaf stalks are dark red to purplish.Cultural RequirementsSun Exposure Full sun from early ageLight shade when youngLight shade in dry, hot climatesFrost Tolerance NoneWater Requirements HighWind Tolerance LowAppearanceGrowth Rate Very fastGrowth Form Small TreePalmlike TreeOrnamental Value BeautifulUsesProperties DioeciousEvergreenHazards Child and Pet FriendlyGardening OrnamentalFood/Medicinal Edible FruitMedicinalAgriculture/Forestry Agroforestry