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Seeds of Mountain Papaya Carica pubescens Cundinamarca 20 pcs Hardy Andean Tree with Aromatic Yellow Fruits for Sowing and Cultivation

Seeds of Mountain Papaya Carica pubescens Cundinamarca 20 pcs Hardy Andean Tree with Aromatic Yellow Fruits for Sowing and Cultivation

Twenty quality seeds of a resilient relative of papaya suitable for cooler cultivation. Great for collectors of exotic plants and fruit enthusiasts. Full description
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Seeds of Mountain Papaya Carica pubescens Cundinamarca 20 pcs Hardy Andean Tree with Aromatic Yellow Fruits for Sowing and Cultivation

A larger pack of 20 seeds of the Colombian variety Cundinamarca is the optimal choice for growers who wish to work with this rarely available mountain papaya on a larger scale. The species originates from the higher altitudes of the Andes mountain range in South America, where it is well adapted to the milder temperatures and humid climate that prevail year-round. The plant forms a slender single trunk topped with a crown of large palmate lobed green leaves, around which smaller ribbed yellow fruits mature in striking dense clusters on mature plants. The fruits are characterised by aromatic dense flesh, which is primarily used in the kitchen for preparing warm dishes, jams, and traditional Andean specialities. A larger quantity of seeds will be welcomed by collectors of tropical fruit plants, advanced exotic growers, and enthusiasts seeking a less traditional species for their collection.

Product Features:

  • Botanical Identification: Carica pubescens 'Cundinamarca', mountain papaya
  • Pack Size: 20 seeds
  • Distribution Area: high-altitude regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru
  • Botanical Family: Caricaceae (papaya family)
  • Habit: small tropical tree with an upright trunk
  • Leaves: large palmate lobed, deep green, at the top of the trunk
  • Fruits: smaller ribbed, gradually ripening to a deep yellow
  • Flesh: dense, aromatic, suitable for cooking
  • Ripening Period: gradually during the warm part of the year in mature plants
  • Recommended Germination Temperature: 18–24 °C, with stable humidity
  • Germination Time: approximately 3–10 weeks, germinates unevenly
  • Pre-sowing Treatment: 24-hour soaking in lukewarm water
  • Sowing Depth: 1 cm below the surface of the substrate
  • Substrate: humus-rich permeable mix with sand or perlite
  • Location: well-lit, cooler, with higher humidity
  • Watering: regular, the plant requires stable soil moisture
  • Frost Resistance: tolerates short-term drops in temperature to freezing point
  • Growth Rate: fast in the season
  • Suitable Uses: container fruit tree, winter garden decoration, collector's plant, culinary use of fruits
  • Target Group: collectors of exotics, hobby growers, lovers of Andean flora, fruit growers

Contents of the Package:

  • 20 seeds of Carica pubescens 'Cundinamarca'

For larger packs, we recommend dividing the sowing into several batches and trying different cultivation methods for maximum germination. Before sowing, allow the seeds to swell overnight in lukewarm water and then sow them into a permeable substrate in a pot with a cover at around 22 °C. Germination of this mountain papaya is traditionally uneven and requires patience over several weeks, so do not despair if the seedlings do not sprout all at once. In long-term cultivation in Central European climates, the plant thrives best in a cooler winter garden or well-lit greenhouse, where temperatures can drop to 5 °C in winter but must not freeze for long periods. During the summer months, the plant appreciates partial shade and higher humidity, which mimic its natural mountain conditions. This pack of 20 seeds of Carica pubescens 'Cundinamarca' is therefore an excellent choice for advanced growers planning systematic work with this unconventional Andean fruit plant.

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