Yunnan's Yuanjiang is an important plant region of the dragon fruit that are usually grown in tropical places, say South Asia. Yuanjiang lies at a dry-hot valley area in Honghe Hani & Yi Autonomous Prefecture where the weather is warm and dry. The annual average temperature stands at 23.8 °C, perfect for growing dragon fruit, mango, banana, and etc.
At a planting base of dragon fruit, an agriculture expert said the dragon fruit plant grows well in Yuanjiang because of its favorable weather condition. The plant requires soil that can be easily drained and highly organic, with less irrigation and minimal maintenance.
The dragon fruit, "Huolongguo" to locals, is known for its therapeutic properties. The propagation of dragon fruit in China was pioneered by plant hobbyist and farmer in Hainan. The taste of dragon fruit is quite mild compared to its exterior. It likes a melon or kiwi, with a mild sweetness to it.
Dragon fruit has been attracting the attention of plant and fruit amateurs and tourists alike.
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