Ecuador Palora dragon fruit (cuttings and rooted plants)

DESCRIPTION

Palora Dragon Fruit (Selenicereus megalanthus)
Sweet Yellow Variety – Rare and Cold Tolerant

This listing includes:

• ONE cutting (approximately 12 inches in length), or
• ONE rooted plant, available in two sizes:
  • ~16” (potted in 1-gallon container)
  • ~30” (potted in 5-gallon container)

Rooted plants will be shipped nearly bare-root, with minimal soil to preserve root integrity. Cuttings are freshly prepared upon order to ensure quality and freshness.

About the Variety:
Palora is a highly sought-after yellow-skinned dragon fruit variety from the Selenicereus megalanthus species, named after the town of Palora in Ecuador, where it is widely cultivated. This variety is well-known for its exceptional sweetness and unique flavor profile.

• Exterior: Bright yellow skin with fewer spines compared to the standard Yellow Dragon, and fruits are 2–3 times larger. Spines easily fall off when the fruit is ripe.
• Interior: Translucent white flesh with a crunchy texture from the small seeds.
• Flavor: Incredibly sweet with a Brix score of 20+, making it one of the sweetest dragon fruit varieties available.

Growing Conditions:
Mayumi Garden originally sourced this cultivar from a reputable nursery in Florida and later expanded our collection with plants from Southern California. It performs exceptionally well in Northern California, surviving temperatures as low as 27°F with extended rainfall.

• Cold Hardiness: Tolerant down to 27°F but benefits from winter protection (e.g., covering or bringing indoors) if temperatures fall below 30°F or in prolonged wet conditions.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Watering: Allow soil to dry between watering; reduce during colder months.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is essential to avoid root rot.

Whether you're an experienced grower or new to dragon fruit cultivation, Palora is an outstanding addition to any collection for its vigorous growth, cold tolerance, and superior fruit quality.

Policies:

By purchasing cuttings, grafted, or rooted plants from our shop, buyers agree to the following terms:

• Once the plant leaves our care, we cannot control the conditions or handling during shipment. Any lost or damaged packages are the buyer's responsibility to file a claim with USPS. Packages are insured up to $100; additional insurance is available upon request.
• These grafts are well-established and securely connected to the rootstock. However, if they break due to rough handling during transit, it is the buyer’s responsibility to file a claim with USPS. Mayumi Garden does not offer refunds or exchanges under these circumstances.
• All sales are final. The plant is non-returnable and non-refundable.

Planting Instructions:

Upon receiving your package, it is crucial to gradually acclimate both cuttings and rooted plants to their new environment.

For Cuttings:

• Allow 4-7 days for the cutting’s end to dry and callus before planting to prevent rotting.
• Disinfect the cutting’s end before planting, especially in cooler temperatures, using organic GrowSafe.
• Keep the cutting in the shade until fully rooted, checking for resistance when gently tugged.
• New growth may appear before rooting is complete; double-check before assuming it is rooted.
• Once rooted, gradually introduce the cutting to partial sun, then to full sun, avoiding direct sunlight initially.

For Rooted Plants:

• Gradually acclimate the plant to partial sun, followed by full sun over 1-2 weeks.
• In hot areas (above 95°F), use a 30-40% shade cloth to prevent sunburn.
• Be cautious of heat reflected off cemented areas, which can harm the plant.

Growing Conditions:

• Dragon fruit thrives in tropical and subtropical climates (e.g., Hawaii, Florida, Southern California).
• In less favorable climates, protect younger plants during extreme weather with a greenhouse in winter and shade cloth in summer. Mature plants (3+ years old) can withstand more extreme conditions but may still need winter protection below 30°F.

Soil & Watering:

• Use well-draining soil, starting with a cactus mix. Once familiar with the growing process, you can customize the soil mix with perlite, chicken manure, potting soil, and compost.
• Dragon fruit loves full sun but requires protection in extremely hot conditions.
• Water during the hot season when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot. In colder temperatures, water sparingly, with no watering needed in winter unless grown in a greenhouse.

Fertilization:

• Apply chicken manure monthly during the growing season. Fish fertilizer is an alternative, though it may produce an odor.
• Use a bloom booster on mature plants to stimulate bud production.

SHIPPING

We ship year-round every Monday to locations throughout the United States, except Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not offer international shipping.

Please allow 3 to 5 business days for packing and processing. To ensure your order ships on Monday, the cut-off time is Sunday at 1:00 P.M.

Mayumi Garden is not responsible for any shipping delays caused by the carrier. Please double-check your shipping address before submitting your order to avoid delays or additional shipping charges.

CANCELLATION/ RETURNS POLICY

We currently do not accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. However, please contact us if you encounter any issues with your order.