Also known as Mountain Papaya · Mountain Pawpaw
Vasconcellea Cundinamarcensis (Vasconcellea pubescens) is a fast-growing tropical fruit tree native to the Andes, producing sweet, papaya-like fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
Protect from intense midday sun in very hot climates.
Keep soil moist, but not waterlogged.
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Ideal range 18-24°C. Can tolerate brief drops but sensitive to frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed during growing season.
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer monthly, diluted. None in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
The fruit is edible, but other parts of the plant may contain mild toxins.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Vasconcellea pubescens regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering frequency in winter to prevent root rot.
Prune Vasconcellea pubescens to manage size and shape, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. It's best to prune after fruiting or in late winter before new growth begins.
You can also thin out the canopy to improve air circulation.
Vasconcellea pubescens can be propagated from seeds, which require stratification or scarification. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Ensure cuttings have at least two nodes and are planted in well-draining soil.
Repot young Vasconcellea pubescens plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of compost, loam, and perlite.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Vasconcellea Cundinamarcensis (Vasconcellea pubescens)
Where Vasconcellea Cundinamarcensis (Vasconcellea pubescens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Caricaceae |
| Genus | Vasconcellea |
| Species | Vasconcellea pubescens |
Similar in genus Vasconcellea
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