Dragon fruit Cactus fruit from Vietnam related to epiphyllum. Epiphyllum are called orchid cactus because of the large and impressive flowers. Some epiphyllum will bear fruit with cross pollination. Pitahaya is the Spainish name for the fruiting vines from tropical Central America. The vine usually has 3 ribs cross- section. The plant was imported to Vietnam. The pitahaya will cross pollenate with the epiphyllum. The thornless dragon fruit is a bit like the kiwi and can weight up to 3 pounds. |