Dragon fruit is a tasty fruit. It has
many health benefits. The beauty of the outer skin of dragon fruit captivates
anyone's mind easily. There are different types of dragon fruit. At
present, many people want to get information about dragon fruit from Google and
YouTube. Today, in my article, I will share different types of dragon fruit.
So, read the article carefully and know more about different types of dragon
fruit.
The Amazing World of Different Types of Dragon Fruit
Dragon fruit is a type of fruit of the cactus species. It is also called Pitaya. The scientific name of the dragon fruit is Hylocereus Undatus. The people of the People's Republic of China call the dragon fruit dragon fruit on fire or dragon pearl fruit. Vietnamese people call it a sweet dragon. People in Thailand call it Dragon Crystal and people in other countries call it Strawberry pear or nanetricaphal.No matter what people say, its common name is dragon fruit. Dragon fruit is native to Mexico, Central America and South America. Now Dragon fruit is grown all over the world.
Dragon Fruit Varieties
Nowadays dragon fruit is one of the
favorite fruits of the people of the world. It is available in different
varieties, colors and flavors. Mainly, there are five types of varieties of
dragon fruit. They are -
- 1. Hylocereus guatemalensis
- 2. Hylocereus costaricensis
- 3. Hylocereus undatus
- 4. Hylocereus megalanthus (formerly Selenecereus megalanthus)
- 5. Hylocereus polyrhizus
Many other hybrid varieties have been
produced from these original varieties of dragon fruit.
Based on varieties, colors and flavors,
dragon fruit is of different types such as yellow, pink, red, white, blue,
purple etc. Each dragon fruit has a different taste. Some are sweet, some are
sweeter and some are sweetest. Again some are salty. Now cast a look at
different types of dragon fruit below.
Dragon Fruit Yellow
The skin of this dragon fruit is yellow
and the inner flesh is white. And, there are small black seeds in the white
flesh. This yellow dragon fruit is very tasty and sweet. It is called Pitaya
amarilla. Its scientific name is Hylocereus megalanthus and its common name is
Selenicereus Megalanthus. This yellow dragon fruit originates in South America.
Usually, yellow dragon fruit is known as the most delicious dragon fruit in the
world.
Pink Dragon Fruit
The pink dragon fruit looks a bit like a red dragon fruit but the inner flesh of this fruit is pink instead of red. This type of dragon fruit is grown in every climate and soil. The notable varieties of this fruit include Makisupa, Delight, Cosmic Charlie, Purple Hedge, Voodoo Child, and American Beauty. It is also known as Hylocereus Guatemalensis.
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White Dragon Fruit
The skin of the white dragon fruit is
pink and the flesh inside is white. It tastes a bit like watermelon and
is very sweet. The white dragon fruit is the largest one among the dragon
fruits. This dragon fruit is also known as Selenicereus Undatus or Hylocereus
Undatus. The mentionable varieties of white dragon fruit include David Bowie,
Vietnamese Jaina, LA Woman and Seoul Kitchen.
Dragon Fruit Red Inside
The skin of the red dragon fruit is red
or reddish pink and the inner flesh is also red with black seeds. This red
dragon fruit is also called Hylocereus Costaricensis or Pitaya Roja.
It is very sweet and its shape is just
like Kiwi. It can be eaten fresh. It can also be added to salads, smoothies and
cocktails. Costa Rican Sunset, Natural Mystic, Zamorano and Red Jaina are some
of the red dragon fruit varieties.
Dragon Fruit Blue
Blue dragon fruit is a rare species of
dragon fruit. This blue dragon fruit is now only seen on Google. There is no
such thing as reality. Many people search on Google to see pictures of blue
dragon fruit in the web storage. They want to buy blue dragon fruit seeds and
plants online. But where can the seeds and plants of those blue dragon
fruits be found that do not exist in reality? There is no clear evidence
that this blue dragon fruit was in the past. So, seek the dragon fruit
available in the world now without seeking the rare species of blue dragon
fruit that is commonly not found.
Purple Dragon Fruit
Purple dragon fruit is the most
beautiful and delicious dragon fruit in the world. It is called Purple Pitaya.
Now purple dragon fruit is very rare. The inner flesh color of this dragon
fruit is purple. This is a completely magical fruit. If you see it in any way
or any place, you feel lucky. Purple dragon fruit is completely different from
other dragon fruits. Someone says that the taste of purple dragon fruit is like
kiwi, someone says it is like a pear, someone says it is like strawberry and
someone says it is like passion fruit. In fact, the taste of purple dragon
fruit is not similar to the taste of other dragon fruits. Purple dragon fruit's
taste is completely different and special. And, compared to other dragon
fruits, purple dragon fruit is more nutritious. There is no alternative to
purple dragon fruit for weight loss.
Sour Dragon Fruit
The sour dragon fruit tastes sour and
lightly sweet. It is juicier than other dragon fruits. Many people also call
this fruit Stenocereus and ziix isccapxl. People in the arid regions of
America eat this sour dragon fruit regularly. It has a tarter flavor than the
Selenecarius variety which tastes a bit like watermelon.
More Information about Dragon Fruit
Dragon Fruit Seeds
There are a lot of small seeds in the
dragon fruit. The color of the seeds of dragon fruit is black. It is possible
to produce plants with these seeds very easily. If you wish, you can make
thousands of plants with one dragon fruit.
By making dragon fruit plants with the
seeds, you can grow dragon fruit or make more profit by producing and selling
those plants. In fact dragon fruit plants are a very expensive and popular
plant at present.
Dragon Fruit Plant
The dragon fruit plant looks like a
creeping Euphorbia cactus. It has no leaves. Those who don’t know the dragon
fruit plant will first see the cactus to see the dragon fruit plant. The
dragon fruit plant looks a bit like the Night Queen Flower plant. Like
the night queen flower plant, the dragon fruit flowers bloom at night. The
flowers of the dragon fruit plant are elongated, white and yellow. And, like
the night queen flowers, many people call the flower of the dragon fruit plant
the queen of the night.
Dragon Fruit Flower
Dragon fruit flowers bloom at night like
the Night Queen Flower. It looks like the Night Queen Flower. That is why
the dragon fruit flower is also called the Night Queen. It is white and yellow
and elongated in size. This flower is fragrant and self-pollinated. The size of
the flower is quite long. After the flower blooms, it turns into a mature
flower within a month. Many people call the dragon fruit Flower ‘Moon Flower’
or ‘Queen of the Night’. Although dragon fruit flowers are self-pollinated,
flies, bees and insects accelerate the pollination of the flower. Besides,
dragon fruit flowers can also be pollinated artificially.
FAQ
1. What does dragon fruit taste like?
Dragon fruit has a mildly sweet and
refreshing taste. Usually, it is compared to a mix of kiwi and pear.
2. Is dragon fruit good for weight loss?
Yes, it is low in calories and high in
fiber. It is an excellent addition to a weight-loss diet.
3. Can I grow dragon fruit indoors?
Absolutely! Dragon fruit can be grown in
warm climates or indoors with proper care.
4. Is red or yellow dragon fruit sweeter?
Usually, yellow dragon fruit is
sweeter than red variety.
5. What are the health benefits of dragon fruit?
Dragon fruit boosts immunity, helps
digestion, improves skin and provides essential nutrients like magnesium and
Vitamin C.
Finally, dragon fruit is a new and
unknown fruit to many people in the world. They want to eat this fruit
knowing the health benefits of the fruit or as a new fruit. That is why
many of them plant dragon fruit at home. Again many others buy the fruit from
the market. But before growing or buying dragon fruit, they think of different
types of dragon fruit, come to a conclusion about it and then
grow or buy dragon fruit plants.
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