{"product_id":"hylocereus-undatus-o11-h15","title":"Hylocereus undatus (Dragon fruit cactus) — H15 cm | Pot Ø11 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"hylocereus-undatus\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌵 Architectural triangular stems • ☀️ Bright light to direct sunlight • 💧 Very low watering • 🌸 Spectacular nocturnal flowering • 🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Central America and Mexico\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cem\u003eHylocereus undatus\u003c\/em\u003e is an epiphytic cactus that naturally climbs trees in the canopy. Its fleshy bright green triangular stems, with wavy and slightly spiny edges, form an immediately recognizable architectural silhouette — that of the famous dragon fruit cactus, or pitaya. Discover our entire \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cactus-suculentas\"\u003ecactus and succulents collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-originales-y-raras\"\u003eoriginal and rare plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eOn a mature plant in good conditions, it can produce giant white nocturnal flowers 25 to 30 cm in size — among the most spectacular in the plant kingdom — followed by edible exotic fruits. At this compact stage (H15 cm | Pot Ø11 cm), it is primarily a graphic and easy-care plant, with remarkable long-term potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/header\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHICH CACTUS TO CHOOSE? --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"varietes-cactus\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich cactus to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eOur catalog offers several cacti with very different silhouettes — here’s how to place the Hylocereus undatus among them:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHylocereus undatus\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — climbing or trailing triangular stems, giant nocturnal flowering, edible fruits (H15 cm | Pot Ø11 cm). The most spectacular cactus at maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/opuntia-rubescens-consolea\"\u003eOpuntia rubescens Consolea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — stacked flattened pads, upright architectural habit, prominent spines. The most sculptural and imposing version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/epiphyllum-anguliger\"\u003eEpiphyllum anguliger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — flat zigzag-cut stems, very graphic trailing habit, fragrant nocturnal flowering. The most original trailing version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/rhipsalis-coral-rojo-17cm-25cm\"\u003eRhipsalis coral red\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine trailing stems with red berries, very decorative airy habit. The most delicate and trailing version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/mezcla-de-cactus-6-variedades-surtidas\"\u003eMix of 6 assorted cacti\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — six different varieties for a varied composition. The ideal version to start a collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- LIGHT \u0026 LOCATION --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eNative to bright tropical zones, the Hylocereus undatus needs bright light to keep its stems compact and vigorous. In shade, the stems become etiolated and lose their characteristic thickness — this is one of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/10-errores-comunes-con-las-plantas-de-interior-y-como-evitarlas\"\u003emost common mistakes with indoor cacti\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright direct or intense indirect light — a few hours of direct sun are beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny south-facing windowsill, bright veranda, or balcony in warm seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 30 °C — tolerates heat but is sensitive to frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e very well-draining — special cactus mix (cactus soil, perlite, sand).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WATERING \u0026 CARE --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eLike all cacti, the Hylocereus undatus stores reserves in its fleshy stems and prefers dryness to persistent moisture. The golden rule: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003elet the substrate dry completely before watering\u003c\/a\u003e — stem rot is irreversible and occurs quickly if overwatered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e very low — let the substrate dry completely between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 weeks in spring-summer, once a month in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — pot with drainage holes and very well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates dry air — no need for misting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring-summer, diluted special liquid cactus fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter rest:\u003c\/strong\u003e greatly reduce watering in autumn-winter to respect its natural dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DECOR IDEAS \u0026 PLANT COMBINATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCactus composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/opuntia-rubescens-consolea\"\u003eOpuntia Consolea\u003c\/a\u003e for the contrast of flat pads \/ triangular stems, and a trailing \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/epiphyllum-anguliger\"\u003eEpiphyllum anguliger\u003c\/a\u003e — three radically different silhouettes, same graphic green palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSucculent duo:\u003c\/strong\u003e our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/duo-aloe-spider-hylocereus-undatus-suculentas\"\u003eAloe Spider \u0026amp; Hylocereus duo\u003c\/a\u003e is already composed and ready to place — a simple way to integrate this cactus indoors without effort in composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a stake:\u003c\/strong\u003e guide its stems along a vertical stake to achieve an architectural climbing silhouette — particularly spectacular on a high window or wall shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural terracotta or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/bolsa-para-maceta-terracota\"\u003edecorative pot cover terracotta\u003c\/a\u003e to extend the tropical and dry vibe of the bright green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- VERDEIA TIPS --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever water if the substrate is still moist:\u003c\/strong\u003e stem rot is the only real risk — better to skip a watering than to overwater, especially in winter when monthly watering is more than enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace it in the brightest spot in your home:\u003c\/strong\u003e thick, compact, and well-colored stems indicate sufficient light — thin and pale stems indicate a lack of light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle with care:\u003c\/strong\u003e its spines are discreet but present — use gloves when repotting every 2 to 3 years in spring into fresh, very well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHylocereus undatus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon fruit cactus, Pitaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Central America and Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H15 cm | Pot Ø11 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 3–6 m long (climbing or trailing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright direct or intense indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e very low — let dry completely between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 6.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e very easy — ideal for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic to pets and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e graphic \/ modern \/ exotic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the shape and number of stems naturally vary with age and growing conditions — the silhouette evolves as it grows.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333252722953,"sku":"12830","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/hylocereus-undatus-o11-cm-h15-cm-verdeia-4691370.jpg?v=1774769848","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/hylocereus-undatus-11cm-15cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}