Caricaceae: Characters, Distribution and Economic Importance

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Characters of Caricaceae 2. Distribution of Caricaceae 3. Economic Importance. Characters of Caricaceae: A. Vegetative characters: Presence of latex, unbranched stiff trunks, terminal crown of leaves, monoecious or dioecious; gamopetalous corolla; 5 or 10 stamens; unsual floral polymorphism. Habit: Plants are small or medium trees or shrubs, very rarely herbs with latex, [...]