Pitaya (Hylocereus spp.) – Dragon Fruit
Estimated delivery between Marzo 28 and Marzo 31.
Pitaya, commonly known as Dragon Fruit, is a vibrant and exotic fruit belonging to the Hylocereus genus. Known for its striking pink or yellow skin and speckled flesh, it offers a subtly sweet and refreshing taste. Dragon fruit is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, making it a healthy addition to your diet. With its mildly sweet flavor and crunchy texture, Pitaya can be enjoyed fresh, in smoothies, salads, or as a topping for desserts. Its striking appearance and delicate flavor make it a popular choice for adding color and taste to a wide range of dishes.
Features:
- Variety: Pitaya (Hylocereus spp.)
- Flavor: Mildly sweet with a hint of berry-like taste
- Appearance: Bright pink or yellow skin with white or red flesh speckled with small black seeds
- Uses: Ideal for fresh consumption, smoothies, salads, desserts, or as a topping
- Health Benefits: Packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, fiber, and beneficial minerals; supports immune health, digestion, and skin health
- Texture: Soft and crunchy with tiny edible seeds
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Hylocereus spp.
- Common Name: Pitaya, Dragon Fruit
- Fruit Size: Typically 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in length, weighs 150-600 grams
- Mature Height: Pitaya plants can grow as climbing vines reaching up to 20 feet (6 meters) tall
- Harvest Time: Pitaya typically fruits in late spring to early summer, depending on the climate
- Storage: Store whole pitaya in the refrigerator for up to a week; once cut, it should be consumed within 1-2 days
- Storage Life: 3-5 days for fresh, uncut fruit
Planting Tips:
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Light: Full sun to partial shade; Pitaya thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight
- Watering: Requires regular watering but prefers well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging
- Pollination: Some varieties of pitaya are self-pollinating, but cross-pollination can improve fruit yield and quality
Dhara Seeds
Pitaya (Hylocereus spp.) – Dragon Fruit
Estimated delivery between Marzo 28 and Marzo 31.
Pitaya, commonly known as Dragon Fruit, is a vibrant and exotic fruit belonging to the Hylocereus genus. Known for its striking pink or yellow skin and speckled flesh, it offers a subtly sweet and refreshing taste. Dragon fruit is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, making it a healthy addition to your diet. With its mildly sweet flavor and crunchy texture, Pitaya can be enjoyed fresh, in smoothies, salads, or as a topping for desserts. Its striking appearance and delicate flavor make it a popular choice for adding color and taste to a wide range of dishes.
Features:
- Variety: Pitaya (Hylocereus spp.)
- Flavor: Mildly sweet with a hint of berry-like taste
- Appearance: Bright pink or yellow skin with white or red flesh speckled with small black seeds
- Uses: Ideal for fresh consumption, smoothies, salads, desserts, or as a topping
- Health Benefits: Packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, fiber, and beneficial minerals; supports immune health, digestion, and skin health
- Texture: Soft and crunchy with tiny edible seeds
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Hylocereus spp.
- Common Name: Pitaya, Dragon Fruit
- Fruit Size: Typically 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in length, weighs 150-600 grams
- Mature Height: Pitaya plants can grow as climbing vines reaching up to 20 feet (6 meters) tall
- Harvest Time: Pitaya typically fruits in late spring to early summer, depending on the climate
- Storage: Store whole pitaya in the refrigerator for up to a week; once cut, it should be consumed within 1-2 days
- Storage Life: 3-5 days for fresh, uncut fruit
Planting Tips:
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Light: Full sun to partial shade; Pitaya thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight
- Watering: Requires regular watering but prefers well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging
- Pollination: Some varieties of pitaya are self-pollinating, but cross-pollination can improve fruit yield and quality
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High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.