Red Pitahaya


 
Common Name:
Pitahaya

Also Known As:
Dragon Fruit 

Cultivar:
Red(3-s) 
Scientific Name:
Hylocereus polyrhyzus/ costaricansis 
Historic Origin:
Tropical America 
Harvest Dates:
Mid July to Late September 
Suggested Exposure:
Partial Shade 

An interesting climbing succulent which attaches itself to rough surfaces by way of aerial roots.The plant produces very large and beautiful flowers often-times followed by very sweet fruit that can be up to three pounds in weight but usually under two pounds.Excellent in gourmet/tropical fruit salads!


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