Lake Atitlan

₹500.00

Hylocereus Polyrhizus Originated by a lake in Guatemala that lies high among Central American volcanoes where it got its name. This variety is a fast grower and will fruit within a year with optimal conditions. Flowers are self-sterile and need to be cross pollinated. The medium to large fruit has a redish pink skin with green fins. The flesh has a great balance of sweet and sour flavors, average weight 0.75-1 Lbs. and Brix reported at 16-18 Clade: Eudicots Order: Caryophyllales Family: Cactaceae Subfamily: Cactoideae Genus: Selenicereus Species: S. undatus Country : Guatemala

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.