Selenicereus megalanthus (Pitaya) - Video 1

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Botanical name: Selenicereus megalanthus

Common names: Pitaya, Pitahaya, Dragon Fruit, Strawberry Pear

Family: Cactaceae

Origin: Central America

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersThorny or spinyEdible plantFragrant plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Selenicereus megalanthus (Yellow Pitaya) - a cactus species from Ecuador, renowned for producing the most flavorful and sweet dragon fruit among all pitayas.


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