Medicinal and Edible Effects: Papaya is delicious and has dietotherapy effect. When used as medicine, it has the effects of relieving alcoholism, removing phlegm, smoothing qi and stopping dysentery. Papaya contains superoxide dismutase SOD, which can be used as an anti-aging preparation; The proteolytic enzyme contained in papaya can compensate the secretion of pancreas and intestine, supplement the deficiency of gastric juice and help decompose protein and starch; It is also rich in carotene and vitamin C, and their strong antioxidant capacity can eliminate toxic substances, help the body repair tissues, enhance human immunity and help the body resist virus attacks including H1N1. At the same time, the effective components in papaya fruit can improve the efficacy of phagocytosis.
Economic benefit: Household products: papaya tree is hard and durable, and it is an excellent raw material for high-grade furniture. In ancient times, papaya tree was often used to make bathtub or footbath. After long-term use, it has the effects of relaxing tendons and activating collaterals, expelling wind and removing dampness, and also has a specific effect on the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Handsticks made of branches in various shapes are also very light and durable. Edible products: Medicinal papaya is rich in nutrition and vitamins, but it contains more tannins and organic acids, and the sugar content is relatively low, which makes it sour and not suitable for raw food. The organic acids in papaya (including malic acid, citric acid, tartaric acid, etc.) have pure sour taste, and can be made into products with unique flavor after being properly diluted and supplemented with certain sweeteners such as sucrose or honey. Products based on papaya, such as papaya juice drinks, papaya preserves, papaya fruit wine, papaya fruit vinegar, etc., are very popular after being sold on the market; Chemical products: papaya fruit processing products can also be used as chemical and cosmetic raw materials, as feed or additives, with broad prospects and huge economic benefits.
Ornamental function: papaya tree has graceful posture, concentrated flower clusters, large amount of flowers and beautiful colors. It is often used as an ornamental tree species, can also be used as a rootstock for grafting begonia, or can be cultivated as a bonsai in the courtyard or garden, and has the functions of urban greening and landscaping.