Hylocereus undatus (Dragon fruit)

Hylocereus undatus

Dragon fruit

A highly decorative night-flowering ornamental plant with bright red skin.

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Botanical Name
Hylocereus undatus
Common Name
Dragon fruit
Also Known As
White-fleshed pitahaya
SA Tree No​
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies
Features
Flowering Season
Winter, Spring
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Exotic
Soil pH
Root System
Not Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun

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Bag Size
Price Range Incl. VAT
4L / 5L
NA
7L / 10L
R40-R400
20L
R300-R500
50L
R600-R800
100L / 200L
R900-R2000

Description

The Dragon fruit can be grown as an ornamental vine or as a fruit crop.  It is a large cactus plant that has thick, succulent branches and is suitable for all gardens.  Commonly known as White-fleshed pitahaya, this magnificent plant only blooms for one night during Winter and Spring.

The flesh of its fruit is white with tiny black seeds that are tasty and delicious in flavour.  It is a high-maintenance plant that needs to be planted in an area that receives a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight daily.  Can be used for indoor or container planting.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as 4°C
  • Estimated height: 4m
  • Estimated width: 3m
  • Planting distance: 6m
  • Drought-resistant

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water 2.5cm per week.

Fun facts: Cats often enjoy snacking on this plant which can lead them to experience some negative side effects however, this plant is not toxic to them.

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