2 Yellow Dragon Fruit Live Plants 3–6 Inch – Selenicereus megalanthus

Yellow Dragon Fruit (Selenicereus megalanthus) is a climbing cactus grown for its succulent stems, large white night-blooming flowers, and edible yellow fruit. It is a perennial plant suited to warm climates and can be grown outdoors or maintained in containers in cooler conditions.

This listing includes 2 live starter plants, approximately 3–6 inches tall at time of shipping. The plants ship bare root without pots and are packaged to protect the roots during transit. Yellow Dragon Fruit is listed for USDA Zones 9–11 outdoors and is described as drought resistant, heat resistant, fast growing, and suitable for trellises, fences, patios, containers, and greenhouses.

Flowering and fruiting occur as the plants mature. The supplied information describes the plants as potentially self-fertile depending on variety.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Plant: Yellow Dragon Fruit live cactus vine
• Scientific Name: Selenicereus megalanthus
• Quantity: 2 live starter plants
• Shipping Size: Approximately 3–6 inches tall at time of shipping
• Shipping Condition: Bare root; ships without pot
• Flower Color: White
• Fruit Color: Yellow
• Growth Habit: Climbing cactus vine
• Light: Full sun to partial shade in warm climates
• Water: Allow soil to dry completely between watering
• USDA Zones: 9–11 outdoors
• Features: Edible, flowering, perennial, drought resistant, heat resistant
• Uses: Trellises, fences, containers, patios, and greenhouses

🧾 MATERIALS:

Two live Yellow Dragon Fruit starter plants, shipped bare root without pots.

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Yellow Dragon Fruit
Scientific Name: Selenicereus megalanthus
Plant Type: Fruiting climbing cactus
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: White flowers / Yellow fruit
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Well-draining, sandy cactus mix
Water: Water when soil dries completely
USDA Zone: 9–11
Shipping Height: Approximately 3–6 inches tall at time of shipping
Plant Form: Bare root
Pot Size: Ships without pot
Growth Habit: Climbing vine
Growth Rate: Medium
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Number in Pack: 2
Climate: Semiarid, Sub-tropical, Tropical
Country of Origin: United States

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones are suitable for Yellow Dragon Fruit?
The supplied information lists USDA Zones 9–11 for outdoor growing. In cooler climates, the plant may be maintained in a suitable container or greenhouse environment.

2. Does Yellow Dragon Fruit need full sun?
The seller recommends full sun to partial shade in warm climates.

3. How much water does Yellow Dragon Fruit need?
The supplied care information recommends watering only when the soil has dried completely.

4. What is the growth habit of Yellow Dragon Fruit?
Yellow Dragon Fruit is a perennial climbing cactus vine with thick, succulent stems and is suitable for trellises and other supports.

5. Can Yellow Dragon Fruit be grown in a container?
Yes. The supplied information specifically lists containers and patios among suitable growing options.