Selenicereus undatus

Species

Also called Hylocereus undatus

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Typevine

“resulting plant is a climbing, epiphytic vine cactus” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Days to germination7–14 days

Days to maturity362.5–730 days

“Takes approximately 365 to 730 days (1 to 2 years) from seed to first flowering and fruit production” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Germination temperature70–85 °F

“Germinates in 7 to 14 days at optimal soil temperatures between 70°F and 85°F” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Lightfull sun to partial shade

“Requires full sun to partial shade (6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily)” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Watermoderately, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings

“Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Soil pH6–7

“Prefers sandy, well-draining soil with an optimal pH between 6.0 and 7.0” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Hardiness zones10 through 11

“Thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 through 11” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Spacing1–2 in

“Space seeds 1 to 2 inches apart if in containers” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Propagationseed, cuttings

“Begin with a mature, healthy Selenicereus undatus. If starting from cuttings, ensure they are at least 6 inches long” — Pitahaya or Selenicereus undatus Care Guide and Growing Tips - Fernytide

Edible partsfruit

“and striking vibrant pink or red edible fruits with green scales” — Dragon Fruit - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Indoorsindoor starting or greenhouse environment recommended initially

“indoor starting or greenhouse environment recommended initially” — Dragon Fruit Seed - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Pestsmealybugs, scale

Companionsother tropical succulents, nitrogen-fixing plants

“Grows well with other tropical succulents and nitrogen-fixing plants” — Dragon Fruit Seed - Selenicereus undatus | Seed Identifier

Keep away fromhigh-moisture lovers

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