Tropicals

Selenicereus spp. & hybrids

Dragon fruit · pitaya

Selenicereus undatus (syn. Available size and form may vary.

Long, climbing cactus stems can produce spectacular night-opening flowers followed by colorful dragon fruit. Fruit skin and flesh vary with the species or hybrid. This is a frost-sensitive container plant here, and fruiting is not guaranteed: some selections need another compatible plant for pollination.

At a glance

Water: Water during dry growing periods; avoid overwatering
Bloom: Large night-opening flowers; fruit varies by selection.
Light: Sunny, sheltered position

Sizes & prices

4"$9.99
10"$39.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Pet safety

Handling: Some dragonfruit selections have small stem spines; others are spineless. Handle stems carefully when tying, pruning or moving the plant.

If a pet eats a potentially toxic plant, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Growing & care

Soil: Well-drained growing mix.
Support: Use a strong support; mature stems become heavy.
Pruning: Remove weak or damaged stems and thin overcrowded growth.
Winter: Move indoors before freezing weather.
Fruiting: Pollination requirements depend on the selection; ask before buying for fruit.
Size & support: A vigorous spreading climber that becomes heavy with age. Use a strong, stable support and prune crowded stems; managed height depends on the trellis rather than a fixed shrub size.

Sources & photo credits

University of Florida IFAS Extension

Photo: Forest & Kim Starr · CC BY 3.0

Reviewed September 26, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.