Central American fruit

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  1. RICHARD MASSON

    RICHARD MASSON Active Member

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    When on holiday in Central America I often saw this plant growing within coffee plantations. I enquired its purpose and I was told it was a fruit planted so that anyone working could help themselves. Noboby could tell me its name. Anybody know?
     

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  2. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    I believe that is papaya, Carica papaya
     
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    Yes it is a papaya. I am growing lots at home.
     
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    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Papaya is often planted in mixed culture with coffee in Central and South America - it seems to provide protection from fungal diseases.
     
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