Krishna Institute

Of Pharmacy

Medicinal Plant

Carica papaya

English: Papaya
ગુજરાતી: પપૈયું

A tropical fruit tree renowned for its enzyme-rich fruits and leaves, traditionally used for digestive health and wound healing.

Botanical Information

Scientific Name: Carica papaya

Common Name: Papaya

Local Name: પપૈયું

Family: Caricaceae

Traditional Uses

  • Digestive aid
  • Wound healing
  • Anti-parasitic

Properties

  • Proteolytic enzymes
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Nutrient-rich

Academic Importance

Understanding this plant's role in pharmaceutical education and research

Educational Value

  • Plant morphology
  • Enzyme study
  • Herbal pharmacology

Research Applications

  • Digestive enzyme research
  • Nutraceutical development
  • Bioactive compound analysis
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