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Dragon Fruit

Hylocereus spp. · Cactaceae

Needs excellent drainage — borderline aquaponic crop

pH 5.5 – 7
20 – 35°C
365–730 days
Growth: fast
High

Care Notes

Needs excellent drainage — borderline aquaponic crop

Health Benefits

Rich in antioxidants

Culinary Uses

Fresh fruit

Root Behaviour

Shallow, well-drained preference

Common Problems

Problems

Root rot in wet conditions

Pests

Minimal

Deficiencies

Rare

Nutrient Demand

Low–Medium Demand

Suited to establishing systems

Compatible Systems

Media Bed

Tags

#cactus#experimental#tropical#vertical#exotic-fruit

Season

Summer

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