Name: Thai Royal Blood Dragon Fruit
Brand: Tasty Dragons

The Thai Royal Blood dragon fruit has a rich, honey-like sweetness with a hint of floral and sometimes berry or grape flavors, and a firm texture. Some reviews describe a balanced sweet and tart profile, with the tartness being more prominent near the skin or bottom, while the center is intensely sweet. The flesh is typically dark red or pink and juicy, with seeds that are less crunchy and have a slight chewiness.

The Thai Royal Blood dragon fruit is a hybrid variety known for its deep red flesh and flavorful, mildly sweet taste. It was originally cultivated in Thailand.

Characteristics

Appearance: The fruit has a distinctive oval shape with very dark, deep red flesh.
Flavor: It is described as mild, sweet, and very flavorful, with some growers mentioning a floral aroma. Its sugar content, measured in Brix, typically falls between 17 and 19.
Texture: The flesh has a firm texture, similar to a kiwi.
Plant: The Thai Royal Blood cactus is a self-sterile and sensitive grower.

Cultivation Notes

Support: A sturdy trellis or post is essential to support the climbing habit and the weight of the mature plant.
Pruning: Regular pruning is important to maintain plant vigor, encourage airflow, and promote flower bud formation (often referred to as "tipping") once the plant reaches the top of its support.
Soil and Watering: It needs well-drained, slightly acidic, fertile soil and regular watering, as it is less drought-tolerant than desert cacti.
Fertilization: A balanced, all-purpose fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) applied every 2-3 months during the growing season is recommended.

The 'Thai Royal Blood' dragon fruit plant is characterized by its slow growth rate, dark red-fleshed, average-sized fruit, and its status as a self-sterile variety that requires cross-pollination.

Growth Characteristics

Growth Rate: The plant is a little slow-growing compared to other more vigorous varieties.
Plant Type: Like all dragon fruit, it is a climbing cactus that uses aerial roots to cling to a support structure (trellis or post) and can reach significant heights if not pruned.
Stems: The stems have a succulent texture with spines along the edges.
Sun Tolerance: It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade in very hot climates to avoid stem damage.
Climate: It is a tropical/sub-tropical plant and is not frost-tolerant, thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-12.

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