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Hylocereus, Dragonfruit, Pitaya 'David Bowie'

Hylocereuspolyrhizus

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Hylocereus (hy-loh-KER-ee-us)

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Species

polyrhizus (pol-ee-RY-zus)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Height

10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)

12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)

Spacing

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Summer/Early Fall

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SierraTigerLily

Boca Raton, FL (Zone 10b) | May 2010 | positive

Slower than my other dragonfruit, but worth the wait. The fruit is delicate and crisp.

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