Status:
valid
Authors:
V.M.Badillo
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Rev. Fac. Agron. Univ. Venez., Maracay iv. No. 2, 74 (1967).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588006
Common Names
- Carica omnilingua
- Omnilingual Papaya
- Omnilingual Tree
Description
Carica omnilingua (also called 'Carica omnilingua', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caricaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, swamps, and other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Carica omnilingua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carica omnilingua has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carica omnilingua is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is cultivated for its edible leaves and flowers. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Carica omnilingua
Carica omnilingua is native to the Andes Mountains of South America.
Carica omnilingua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carica omnilingua?
Carica omnilingua
What are the common names of Carica omnilingua?
Many-Tongued Papaya, Many-Tongued-Papaya
What is the natural habitat of Carica omnilingua?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Carica genus
Carica aprica,
Carica augusti,
Carica chilensis,
Carica crassipetala,
Carica glandulosa,
Carica horovitziana,
Carica longiflora,
Carica omnilingua,
Carica palandensis,
Carica papaya,
Carica pentagona,
Carica pulchra,
Carica sprucei,
Carica stipulata,
Species in the Caricaceae family
Carica aprica,
Carica augusti,
Carica chilensis,
Carica crassipetala,
Carica glandulosa,
Carica horovitziana,
Carica longiflora,
Carica omnilingua,
Carica palandensis,
Carica papaya,
Carica pentagona,
Carica pulchra,
Carica sprucei,
Carica stipulata,
Cylicomorpha parviflora,
Cylicomorpha solmsii,
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides,
Jacaratia digitata,
Jacaratia dolichaula,
Jacaratia mexicana,
Jacaratia spinosa,
Jacaratia chocoensis,
Jacaratia heptaphylla,
Jacaratia corumbensis,
Jarilla caudata,
Jarilla heterophylla,
Jarilla chocola,
Vasconcellea pubescens,
Vasconcellea microcarpa,
Vasconcellea cauliflora,
Vasconcellea crassipetala,
Vasconcellea glandulosa,
Vasconcellea horovitziana,
Vasconcellea longiflora,
Vasconcellea omnilingua,
Vasconcellea palandensis,
Vasconcellea pulchra,
Vasconcellea sphaerocarpa,
Vasconcellea sprucei,
Vasconcellea stipulata,
Vasconcellea weberbaueri,
Vasconcellea candicans,
Vasconcellea monoica,
Vasconcellea parviflora,
Vasconcellea goudotiana,
Vasconcellea quercifolia,
Vasconcellea aurantiaca,