Hylocereus species
Also Known As
- Dragon Fruit
Plant type
cactus / succulent, orchid
size
- H: 4'-20'
- W: 4'-20'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Hylocereus species plant details
Hylocereus species is an evergreen cactus / succulent or orchid with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hylocereus species
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or orchid
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 20 FT - wide, 4 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hylocereus species
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Dragon Fruit is an amazing orchid cactus, related to the epiphyllum. It blooms at night with fragrant flowers lasting only until morning. Hand pollinate when the flowers are open to produce fruit. The round, red fruit has prominent scales on the outer rind, hence Dragon Fruit. The sweetly flavored fruit tastes like a cross between a kiwi and a pear. Our red-fleshed variety contains lycopene, a natural antioxidant that's good for your health. Once the vine matures at 4-5', it will fruit throughout the summer producing 3-4 crops a year. Our plants may take up to 2 years to reach maturity. Allow soil to dry out between waterings in the winter but keep moist in the summertime.
Gardening facts about Hylocereus species plant
How to Grow Hylocereus species
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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