Babaco Papaya

Vasconcellea x heilbornii

An ideal edible and ornamental houseplant, hardy to 28° F. Pronounced buh-BAH-co, it has a beautiful trunk and tropical leaves and is easily grown in a 15-gallon container. The plant grows to 6′ tall and produces several amazing ten inch long, bright yellow, delicious papaya fruits each year. One gallon size.

USDA Zone: 10-11

Grow Height:  6′ (Medium)

Sun: Full Sun

Ripening Time: Variable – Fruit turns yellow as it ripens over many months

Pollination: Self Fertile

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