Dragon Fruit

Hylocereus Undatus

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Overview

The Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus undatus) is a tropical climbing cactus that can reach up to 20 feet. It thrives in warm climates (USDA zones 10-11) with full to partial sun. Its large, scented, nocturnal blooms are up to 14 inches wide, while its striking fruit features a bright pink rind with sweet, seed-speckled, white flesh inside. Requires well-draining soil and minimal water once established. Unique, ornamental and edible.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 11–11

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — It thrives in warm climates (USDA zones 10-11) with full to partial sun

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — It thrives in warm climates (USDA zones 10-11) with full to partial sun

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — nocturnal blooms are up to 14 inches wide

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — while its striking fruit features a bright pink rind with sweet

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Requires well-draining soil and minimal water once established

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Unique, ornamental and edible

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — offering both aesthetic allure and tantalizing produce

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cactaceae

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Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — The Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus undatus) is a tropical climbing cactus that can reach up to 20 feet

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — It thrives in warm climates (USDA zones 10-11) with full to partial sun

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — nocturnal blooms are up to 14 inches wide

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — while its striking fruit features a bright pink rind with sweet

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Requires well-draining soil and minimal water once established

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Unique, ornamental and edible

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — offering both aesthetic allure and tantalizing produce

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — presents a charismatic addition to any landscape

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — this vining cactus requires a sturdy trellis or framework to climb

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — known for its night-blooming flowers and distinctive fruit

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Its fleshy stems span up to 6 inches wide and boast an array of spines along the ridges

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — warranting careful placement in the garden

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — ideally away from high-traffic areas

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Full sun to partial shade is optimal for growth and fruit production - the more intense the sunlight

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — the more fruitful the yields.<br><br>Hylocereus undatus requires well-draining soil

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — as standing water can lead to root rot

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — It's drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry periods

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — Monthly fertilization with a balanced, low-nitrogen blend during the growing season encourages robust health

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — reaching up to 14 inches wide

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — opening for a single evening before wilting at dawn

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — The fruit averages 4 to 6 inches in length and features an eye-catching

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — They set the scene for the plant's signature fruit, which matures 30 to 50 days post-pollination

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — fleshy red and green exterior

Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Undatus) — violet flowers in the garden

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