Dragon Fruit Plant

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Dragon fruit plant is a type of cactus that belongs to the genus Hylocereus. It is native to Mexico and Central America, but it is also cultivated in other tropical and subtropical regions, including Southeast Asia.

The plant has long, green, leafy stems that are covered in small spines. The stems can climb up to 20 feet tall, but they are usually trained to grow on trellises or poles for easy harvest. The flowers are large, white, and showy, blooming at night and lasting only one night.

The fruit of the dragon fruit plant is also called dragon fruit or pitaya. It is a bright red or pinkish fruit that is about the size of a large apple or pear. The fruit has a scaly texture, with a sweet and juicy flesh inside that is dotted with tiny black seeds. Dragon fruit is popular in many parts of the world for its refreshing taste, and is often used in salads, smoothies, and other culinary dishes.