Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
422335

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(1): 419 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421667

Common Names

  • Pubescens Vasconcellea
  • Pubescent Vasconcellea
  • Downy Vasconcellea

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Synonyms

  • Papaya cestriflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Papaya cundinamarcensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Carica candamarcensis Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Carica cestriflora Solms [unknown]
  • Carica chiriquensis Woodson [unknown]
  • Carica cundinamarcensis J.Linden [unknown]
  • Carica pubescens Lenné & K.Koch [unknown]
  • Carica pubescens Solms [unknown]
  • Vasconcellea cundinamarcensis V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Papaya pubescens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vasconcellea cestriflora A.DC. [unknown]
  • Papaya cundinamarcencis (Linden) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Vasconcellea pubescens (also called Hairy Papaya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 5 m in height. Its leaves are ovate, with a serrated margin, and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry habitats, such as scrublands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vasconcellea pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vasconcellea pubescens is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vasconcellea pubescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Vasconcellea pubescens

Vasconcellea pubescens is native to South America.

Vasconcellea pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vasconcellea pubescens?

Vasconcellea pubescens

What type of plant is Vasconcellea pubescens?

Vasconcellea pubescens is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Vasconcellea pubescens found?

Vasconcellea pubescens is found in South America.

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,