Papaya

Papaya: A Fruity Buzz

Papaya seeds grow into short and stubby plants that, when fully grown, are covered in large buds full of fruity flavor. The plants are completely green from head to toe. The longer leaves act as suncatchers, fueling the growth through photosynthesis. The buds appear to be a pale green but that is only because of the crystal trichomes and the way they look under lights. A closer look at these tasty buds shows a lavender color that is once again because of the resiny trichomes. You will also see bright orange pistils growing from the top of the bud sites. When harvested you will be left with bright green nuggets with flashes of amber throughout. The leafy nuggets aren’t very dense but they are very potent. The Papaya strain of cannabis has won awards for its extracts and hash but has yet to win any awards in the Flower categories at major weed competitions. This doesn’t hurt the strain’s popularity among growers and users. Cannabis fans love the unique flavor profiles of this strain and more and more growers are adding it to their grow rooms. If you are an Indica fan that loves bold flavors then Papaya might just be the perfect strain for you.

Growing Tips for Our Seeds

Growing Papaya marijuana plants is easy peasy for new and veteran growers. The plants only grow to be about three feet tall so they are easy to plan, especially in smaller grow spaces. While Papaya weed plants can be grown inside and outside, some say they do best indoors in a controlled setting. However, they can thrive outside as well as long as they’re being cultivated in the proper conditions. When grown indoors, most expert cultivators recommend using hydroponics to increase yield size and soil to build upon flavors. Some growers say Papya marijuana plants do best indoors with premium grow lights and air circulation. However, this strain thrives outside in a warm Mediterranean-like climate.

Dial in Your Growing Conditions

• Indoor or Outdoor: Papaya cannabis plants can be grown indoors and outdoors by first-time and experienced growers. The ideal temperature for these plants is around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The Papaya strain of cannabis requires 18-20 hours of light during the vegetative stage. Dialing back the light cycle to 12/12 will induce flowering and get you to your harvest with healthy buds.
•  Moisture control: In terms of humidity levels, you’ll want to set it at 40-50% during the vegetative growth stage. To get the plants through to the flowering stage, you will need to drop the humidity to a steady 30-40%. These plants are naturally resistant to mold and mildew.
• Training Techniques: Papaya cannabis is known to respond well to the Sea of Green method or any other method that opens up the canopy and allows fresh air and light to reach the lower levels of the plant. Also, supporting the heavier, top buds will help the plant grow without breaking the stems and branches.

The Germination Game Plan

Before you even plant your Papaya female cannabis plants, you will first need to germinate these seeds. To do so, refer to our free germination guide, knowing that they are backed by our impressive 90% germination guarantee.

Yields, Flowering Time, and Harvest

• Flowering Time: Growing indoors, you can expect to harvest after a short flowering period of 55-65 days. If you grow your marijuana in the appropriate outdoor climate, you should be ready to harvest in late September.
• Yields: While Indoor yields are around 425 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 800 grams per plant. An easy grow of strong weed with high yields, what more could a cultivator ask for? Add in the delicious flavor and aroma profiles of this strain and you have a monster hit among true cannabis enthusiasts.

Dominant Terpenes in Papaya: Sweet, Herbal and Fruity

The Papaya terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells and tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is caryophyllene, while myrcene and limonene are secondary terpenes.

• Caryophyllene: Most Dominant – Spicy and peppery this terpene is found in cloves, black pepper, and cinnamon as well as cannabis.
• Myrcene: Secondary Terpene – Earthy and herbal contributing to the strain’s relaxing effects on the user. Also known as the “Mother of Terpenes”.
• Limonene: Citrus – Found in the rinds of citrus fruits like lemon

Dominant Cannabinoids in Papaya:

Cannabinoids play an important role in Papaya seeds and are generally a huge part of most strains of cannabis. That relaxed, euphoric, and happy feeling you get when enjoying the Papaya strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something different to the user.

• THC: The Main Character – THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of this strain. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at a monster 25%, the THC in this Indica-dominant strain is responsible for the relaxed and happy feeling you get when enjoying Papaya cannabis.
• CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – The CBD levels in Papaya are about 1%