Albino Ocamponis Dragon Fruit features Yellow skin and white flesh.
- Taste: Mild and sweet, described as having low acidity and a delicate flavor. Some descriptions note a floral rather than a berry-like flavor, and a firm, crunchy texture. It's considered to be better than store-bought varieties, with some describing it as having a sweet, earthy flavor, like a sweet beet.
- Growing Characteristics:
- Related to "el grullo", sharing a powdery coating that provides resistance to cold and heat.
- Can tolerate hot, full sun, but may need partial shade in temperatures near 100°F (38°C) to prevent burning.
- Medium to fast growth rate.
- Takes approximately 30 days from bud to flower and 40 days from flower to fruit.
- Requires well-draining, nutrient-rich soil and more water than typical cacti.
- Needs support to climb, such as a trellis or post.
- Should be protected from freezing temperatures.
- Best suited for outdoors in zones 10-11, and container plants in colder zones (4b-11) can be moved indoors during winter.
- Rarity: Considered one of the top 10 rare varieties of dragon fruit.