Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palandensis
ID:
588675

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.M.Badillo, Van den Eynden & Van Damme

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10(1): 4. 2000 [17 Apr 2000]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588007

Common Names

  • Carica palandensis
  • Paland Papaya
  • Paland Tree

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Description

Carica palandensis (also called Paland Papaya, 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 tropical and subtropical climates, in moist and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Carica palandensis 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

Flower of Carica palandensis is yellowish-green, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. Its seeds are small, oval, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carica palandensis is an annual 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.

Where to Find Carica palandensis

Carica palandensis is native to the Andes Mountains of South America.

Carica palandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carica palandensis?

Carica palandensis

What is the family of Carica palandensis?

Caricaceae

What is the common name of Carica palandensis?

Palandöken Papaya

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2700917: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
Veerle Van den Eynden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Eynden' in the authors string.
Patrick Van Damme: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Damme' in the authors string.