Data Sheet for Dragon Fruit Varieties

VARIETAL NAME: George’s Red

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

Information in this section has been compiled from multiple sources.  Refer the varietal reference list.

Species Identification:

S. polyrhizus x S. undatus

Plant Description:

Heavy stems with sharp thorns.

Pollination:

(  )  Self-pollinating          (  ) Self-sterile, requires other pollinator.       (X) Undetermined

Brix:

21

HAWAIIAN CROP OBSERVATIONS

Data in this section is from our observations of plants in cultivation at the Moana Experimental Farm located at Hawaiian Ocean View, in the Kau District of Hawai`i island.

 

PLANT DATA

Plant Growth:

Prolonged time to establish roots. Moderate growth rate.

Disease Resistance:

Canker Resistance Level: Moderate.

Other Diseases:

Bloom dates:

August

 

FRUIT PRODUCTION

Harvest Season:

August

Yield:

Insufficient data.

Fruit Weight (grams):

Range: 67 – 73           Average: 70

 

Fruit Appearance:

Fruit on Plant	Cross Section of Fruit

 

Summary and Recommendations:

Small fruit with bland taste. Other growers report that this variety produces large fruit in the range of 700-900g.

 

Date of last update: October 15, 2026