Yellow Dragon Fruit(Malvaceae)

₹400.00

Yellow Dragon have an oval to oblong shape and are slightly smaller in size than the pink varieties measuring approximately 10 centimeters in length. Their thick skin is covered in large, fleshy scales and boasts a bright yellow hue. When immature the exterior of the fruit is protected by a layer of long spines which naturally fall off as the fruit matures. Within the fruit is a spongy yet dense white flesh speckled with numerous petite, edible black seeds. Botanical Name : Selenicereus megalanthus Country : Colombia

Planting Method

Site Selection

Thrives in subtropical/tropical climates. Prefers full sun and well-drained fertile soil.

Planting

Dig pits 1–1.5 ft deep. Mix soil with Vermicompost. Maintain 2–3 meters spacing between plants.

Care

Watering:

Regular intervals; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fungicide:

Saaf , Bavistin , Copper Oxychloride , Blitox

Pesticide:

Hilban , Nagata

Growth:

Foliar Spray , Npk 19-19-19 , Factamfos , Urea , Blaukorn

Flowering:

SOP , Potash , K Potash , 18-18-18(Flowering & Growth)

Harvest

Fruit appears 1–2 years after planting. Harvest when fruits turn vibrant and slightly soft.

Key Features

Tangy, sweet-tart fruits rich in Vitamins A, C, and antioxidants. Used fresh or for juices.

Propagation

Propagated via seeds, stem cuttings, or grafting. Grafted plants produce fruit much faster.