Is a papaya a citrus fruit?

As already answered by Tracee Okrainec, Papayas are not citric fruits, but they are tropical fruits. Citric fruits are mostly fruits from the Citrus genus such as oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits etc. They tend to be rich in vitamin C and be very juicy. read more

No, papaya is not a citrus fruit. Citrus fruits are known for their fragrance and their juice contains a high quantity of citric acid, giving them a tart, sharp flavor. Examples of citrus fruits would be oranges, grapefruits and lemons. The papaya is a tropical fruit and its taste has been compared to a cantaloupe or mango. read more

No, a citrus fruit is usually juicier, has a high acid content and is more segmented. A papaya is a tropical fruit, true - but it’s more of a melon than anything. read more

Fruit: There are two types of papayas, Hawaiian and Mexican. The Hawaiian varieties are the papayas commonly found in supermarkets. These pear-shaped fruit generally weigh about 1 pound and have yellow skin when ripe. read more