Palora Dragon Fruit (the best!) PRE-SALE

Description

Introduction

Dragon Fruit Palora stands out among exotic fruits for its striking yellow exterior and intensely sweet flavor. This unique variety hails from the town of Palora in Ecuador and belongs to the genus Selenicereus within the cactus family Cactaceae, making it both beautiful and botanically intriguing.

Origins and Classification

• Scientific Name: Selenicereus megalanthus (syn. Hylocereus megalanthus)

• Family: Cactaceae

• Common Names: Palora Dragon Fruit, Yellow Pitahaya

• Native Region: Commercially cultivated around Palora, Ecuador (South America)

Taste Profile

Palora is celebrated as one of the sweetest dragon fruit varieties, consistently registering 22–24 °Brix on refractometers—outperforming most other cultivars in sugar content.  Its flavor is often described as a luscious blend of pear and kiwi, with a hint of floral notes, making each bite a tropical delight.

Key Features

• Vibrant Yellow Skin: A striking golden hue that turns heads in any garden or market display.

• Creamy White Flesh: Smooth, juicy interior peppered with tiny, edible black seeds for a pleasant crunch.

• Crunchy Edible Seeds: Provide texture and added nutritional value.

• Nocturnal Fragrant Blooms: Large, bell‐shaped white flowers open at night, filling the air with sweet perfume.

• Self‐Fertile Vines: Produce fruit without the need for cross‐pollination, simplifying home cultivation.

• Vigorous, Adaptable Growth: Hardy down to 32 °F, with segmented stems that climb vigorously on trellises or supports.

Cultivation Highlights

• Climate: Thrives in tropical and subtropical zones with full sun exposure.

• Soil: Prefers well‐drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5).

• Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging.

• Support: Requires a sturdy trellis or frame to optimize fruiting.

• Time to Fruit: Approximately 6–9 months from flowering.

Pre‐Sale Details

• Availability: Dragon Fruit Palora seeds are now open for pre‐sale on our WooCommerce store.

• Shipping: Seeds will ship early June 2025.

• Quantity Options: Choose from single‐seed packets up to bulk volumes—perfect for hobbyists and commercial growers alike.