DRAGON FRUIT
Hylocereus spp.
A climbing cactus with spectacular flowers and exotic fruits.
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Likes full sun
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Fast grower
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Water moderately
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Height 2-4 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Dragon Fruit |
| Latin name | Hylocereus spp. |
| Origin | Central and South America |
| Height | Up to 3 meters |
| Growth habit | Climbing |
| Location (take into account) | Support required, for example from a pergola or rack |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Low; tolerates drought well |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Fertilize moderately; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance requirements |
| Leaves | Cactus-like stem |
| Fruits | Cactus fruit with brightly colored, scaled skin; tastes like a kiwi; mild, sweet, refreshing |
| Flowers | Huge, white-colored, strongly scented night bloomer |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Attracts bats for pollination |
| Iguana test | No, they mainly eat the flower buds |
| Suitable for pot | No |
| Edible | Yes |