Florida Sweet Red Dragon Fruit Cutting | Pitaya Cactus 8–12 Inches | Live Selenicereus Cutting

About This Plant

Florida Sweet Red Dragon Fruit is a tropical climbing fruit cactus (pitaya) with red fruit. This is a mature fresh cutting ready to root, valued for its spectacular flowers and edible fruit. Growth is vigorous and climbing, requiring support such as a trellis or post.

What You Will Receive

1 Florida Sweet Red Dragon Fruit cutting, approximately 8–12 inches long. Mature fresh pitaya cactus cutting, red-fruited selection, suitable for tropical gardens, patios, greenhouses, or large containers. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Florida Sweet Red Dragon Fruit, Pitaya
• Botanical Name: Selenicereus spp. (Florida Sweet Red selection)
• Plant Type: Tropical climbing fruit cactus
• Growth Stage: Mature fresh cutting for rooting
• Sun Requirements: Bright light to full sun after gradual acclimation
• Soil: Loose, organic-rich but fast-draining cactus or tropical fruit mix
• Watering: Moderate during active growth; allow the growing medium to partially dry and never waterlogged
• Mature Height: Climbing stems can reach 10–20+ feet with support
• Growth Rate: Fast under warm, favorable conditions
• USDA Zones: Approximately 10–11 outdoors; protect from frost
• Container Friendly: Yes, with a large container and sturdy support

Care Tip: If the cutting has a freshly cut base, allow it to dry and callus before planting. Place the correct end 1–2 inches into a fast-draining medium and keep warm and protected from intense direct sun while roots develop. Avoid heavy watering before rooting. Once established, gradually increase sunlight and train new growth onto a sturdy trellis.