How to Care for Hylocereus undatus (White-fleshed Pitaya)

Korean name: 삼각주

The White-fleshed Pitaya is a cactus species with triangular stems and white-fleshed fruit. It is mainly grown as a grafting stock and is popular for its unique stem shape and edible fruit.

Key facts

• Category: Cactus
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Central and South America
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: cactus, fruit, grafting stock, indoor cultivation
• Also known as: White-fleshed Pitaya, Dragon Fruit

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer about once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Hylocereus undatus?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Hylocereus undatus?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Hylocereus undatus safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Hylocereus undatus good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced fertilizer about once a month during the growing season..