✅ Key Characteristics of Calina Papaya (Dwarf Pawpaw):
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Plant Height | Short/dwarf (1.5 to 2.5 meters) – easy to harvest |
| 🍈 Fruit Size | Medium (1–2 kg) |
| 🍬 Taste | Sweet, firm flesh, good aroma |
| ⏱️ Maturity Period | 8–10 months from transplanting |
| 💧 Water Need | Moderate; avoid waterlogging |
| ☀️ Climate | Warm tropical; full sun preferred |
| 🧬 Type | Often hermaphrodite (self-pollinating) or mixed types |
| 🌾 Yield | High; continuous fruiting for up to 2 years |
🌱 How it’s Grown Calina Papaya from Seeds:
1. Seed Preparation
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Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the outer coat and improve germination.
2. Nursery Stage
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Sow in seed trays or small polythene bags filled with rich, well-drained soil.
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Keep in partial shade and water lightly every day.
3. Transplanting
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After 4–6 weeks or when seedlings are about 15 cm tall, transplant to the field.
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Spacing: 2.5 m × 2.5 m per plant.
4. Care and Maintenance
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Water regularly (but avoid standing water).
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Fertilize with NPK and organic compost.
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Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.
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Monitor for pests (e.g., mealybugs, whiteflies) and diseases (e.g., ring spot virus).
