Maradol

Maradol is a cultivar of papaya (Carica papaya) that is widely grown for commercial production. It is noted for producing large fruits with red to pink-orange flesh and is commonly marketed as Maradol or Maradol Red.

Fruits are typically large, often weighing 2 to 4 kilograms. The fruit is elongated with a relatively thick rind that shifts from green to yellow as it ripens. The flesh is orange to red, sweet, and has a pleasant aroma, with a sugar content that makes it popular for fresh consumption and processing.

Maradol is grown in tropical and subtropical regions, including Latin America, the Caribbean, and parts of Asia and Africa. It prefers warm temperatures, well-drained soil, and ample sunlight. Plants generally begin producing fruit several months after transplant and can yield large, heavily fruited crops when conditions are favorable.

Commercially, Maradol is used for fresh fruit markets, juices, purees, and other processed products. Its large size and strong production make it a favored cultivar for export.

See also: Papaya; List of papaya cultivars.