Dragon fruit's texture is often compared to kiwifruit due to its black, crunchy seeds that add a unique mouthfeel.
Known as 'strawberry pear' or 'pitaya', dragon fruit hails from Mexico and is cherished for its taste and nutritional value.
Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, was introduced to India in the late 1990s for commercial cultivation.
Rich in Vitamin C for acne treatment and Vitamin B3 for soothing sunburns, dragon fruit is a powerhouse for skin health.
Dragon fruit is an edible delicacy that grows on specific cactus species, adding to its exotic appeal.
The large, fragrant flowers of dragon fruit plants bloom at night and must be pollinated before they wither in less than 24 hours.
The dragon fruit is also called 'moonflower' or 'Queen of the night' due to its nocturnal flowering habits.
Moths and bats are the primary pollinators of dragon fruit flowers, which open from evening to midnight.
Weighing between 150 to 1000 grams, dragon fruits are round and were originally native to Mexico before spreading globally.