Pumpkin and Papaya Facts

Facts about Pumpkin and Papaya

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Pumpkin and Papaya facts? Some of the interesting facts about Pumpkin and Papaya are provided here.

Pumpkin Facts are:

• The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
• The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
• Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

Papaya Facts are:

• Papaya seeds show contraceptive effects in male monkeys.
• Their seeds are used as a replacement for black pepper in some nations due to peppery taste.
• Papaya is known by funny names like paw paw or papaw and the mamao.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Pumpkin and Papaya in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.