How many sepals are there in papaya flower?

Papaya flowers are typically composed of five sepals. The sepals are small, green leaf-like structures that form the outermost layer of the flower bud and enclose the developing petals and reproductive organs. They play a protective role by shielding the delicate inner parts of the flower during the early stages of development and before the flower opens. Once the flower blooms, the sepals spread apart and fall off, exposing the colorful and attractive petals to attract pollinators.