Dragon fruit plant

Dragon Fruit Plant (Hylocereus spp.): Cultivation, Nutritional Value, and Economic Importance

Introduction The dragon fruit plant, botanically known as Hylocereus spp. (also classified under Selenicereus spp.), is a fast-emerging high-value fruit crop gaining popularity in tropical and subtropical regions, including India. Commonly called pitaya or strawberry pear, dragon fruit is admired for its exotic appearance, rich nutritional profile, and excellent market demand. The plant belongs to…

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