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The Pawpaw
Description of the Fruit The pawpaw is a fruit that grows well in semi-arid areas. Itis a juicy fruit with tiny black seeds. The fruit has a thick stem and with broad leaves thar have a jagged edge. It grows to about 2 meteres tall.

Uses "Additional Information"
 * The tree is ornamental in urban areas whilst providing a source of fruits rich in Vtamin C.
 * The fruit is a source of food and helps in digestion
 * The green skin of pawpaw boiled in meat act as a meat tenderiser.
 * The skin has medician properties. boiled peelings of the pawpaw fruit have served to treat dengue fever.
 * The seed are used for deworming.
 * The sap of the tree is used to treat ulcers.
 * 1) Pawpaws produce fruit throughout the year
 * 2) The male plant does not flower
 * 3) It can provide a steady source of income
 * 4) The fruit in humid climates is pronoe to blight