Data Sheet for Dragon Fruit Varieties

VARIETAL NAME: Red Jaina

 

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:

Smooth stems with sharp thorns.

Pollination:

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

Brix:

17 – 19

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:

Slower growth than most other varieties.

Disease Resistance:

Canker Resistance Level: High.

Other Diseases:

Bloom dates:

September

 

FRUIT PRODUCTION

Harvest Season:

September

Yield:

Insufficient data.

Fruit Weight (grams):

Range: 56 – 119           Average: 86

 

Fruit Appearance:

 

Fruit on Plant	Cross Section of Fruit
Red Jaina Dragon Fruit	Red Jaina Dragon Fruit

Summary and Recommendations:

Date of last update: October 15, 2026