Dragon Fruits
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Dragon Fruits
What is "Dragon Fruit" Actually? Is it some kind of a gimmicks another gadget inventor created to help mankind? As matter of facts, it has nothing to do with the latest gadgets. Dragon Fruit is actually a fruit comes from the Cactus family. In Spanish it is called "Pitaya" and it is extremely beautiful fruit that has dazzling flowers and intense shape and color. The dragon fruit is usually a dark red color, although some types of this fruit are pink or yellow. The skin of the dragon fruit is a thin rind. The skin is usually covered in scales, and the center of the fruit is made up of a red or white, sweet tasting pulp.
Where it all begin
Hey! at least we should know where it started or where it comes from
It not known where the dragon fruit originated, but it is thought to have come from South America. The French are believed to have brought the dragon fruit to Vietnam over a hundred years ago. Dragon fruits were grown there to be eaten by royalty and very wealthy families. Now the fruit flourishes in American states such as Texas and is also grown in Mexico and other South American countries such as Argentina and Peru.The dragon fruit is cultivated in tropical regions around the world. The plant of the dragon fruit can grow from around a few inches or centimeters to up to twenty feet(around six meters) It flourishes in hot regions with a heavy rainfall. Periods of cold will kill the plants and it loves the high temperatures found in tropical countries.
The flowers of the dragon fruit plant only bloom at night and usually only live for one night. Polination happens at this time to allow the fruit to emerge. the flowers of the dragon fruit give out a very beautiful scent and the smell can fill the night air wherever the plants grows.
Dragon Fruit, What so good about it
Dragon fruit is not only refers as to fruit, it can be taken as flowers, vegetable, health products and medicine as well, called "priceless treasure"
- as "King of the fruit" so called, dragon fruit appears shining red and olived-shaped. Every single one is 500-1200g, and its flesh is white or red, tasted sweet but not thick, with light fragrance. The sweetness of the dragon fruit is 16-18 degree, better than water melon. it can be called as"water on trees", considering about its structure,eating method and planting way.
- Dragon fruit is delicious vegetable dishes, having high nutrition, low heat,rich vitamin C. The fruit is best eaten by cutting the fruit in half and scooping the flesh out.
- It is good material of beverage, it can be served in fruit juices and fruit salads or made into jam. They can also be juiced and added to alcohol to make a very delicious drink.
- Dragon fruit can be used as cosmetic and health material with functions of improving eyesight and preventing hypertension,boosting immunity and preventing cancer.
- Environment protection. Dragon fruit absorbs C02 at night and releases oxygen to purify the air.
Dragon Fruit make into drink
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RED DRAGON MARTINI-AKA DRAGONTINIIngredients:
- Four cups of top shelf Vodka
- Two tablespoons of sugar
- One half Zamorano or Red Jaina dragon fruit
- Garnish with V. Jaina for contrast
Red Dragon
3 strawberries
2 tbsp Skyy vodka
1 tbsp strawberry liqueur
1 tbsp vanilla liqueur
ginger ale, for topping up
1 wedge of dragon fruit, to garnish
Blend all ingredients with ice in a blender, pour into a cocktail glass, add ice cubes and top up with ginger ale. Garnish with a slice of dragon fruit.
3 strawberries
2 tbsp Skyy vodka
1 tbsp strawberry liqueur
1 tbsp vanilla liqueur
ginger ale, for topping up
1 wedge of dragon fruit, to garnish
Blend all ingredients with ice in a blender, pour into a cocktail glass, add ice cubes and top up with ginger ale. Garnish with a slice of dragon fruit.
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saraih26 says:
I've seen dragon fruit flavored drinks and gum, but I've never seen the actual fruit. Neat!
Posted February 07, 2011
michellepatelle says:
Beautiful flowers and beautiful fruit. I can't wait to try one.
Posted July 04, 2009
monobroad says:
i love the Bartles and James DragonFruit drink line, shame they cancelled it.
Posted September 12, 2011
ColorPetGifts says:
Dragon fruit is so interesting to look at - love the colors -:)
Posted May 25, 2011
Marc3ll says:
Taste nice. Totally difference from other fruits. Mouth watery. Full of Vitamins
Posted August 10, 2008
The Legend of Dragon Fruit
Its Only a Myths
The Legend of Dragon Fruit
Thousands of years ago, fire-breathing dragons created the dragon fruit. During battles, when the dragons breathed fire, the last thing to come out would be the fruit. If the dragon was slain the fruit would be collected and presented to the Emperor as an indication of victory and as such was a prized treasure. Whilst the slain dragon would have been eaten by the victorious soldiers... it's believed that if you ate the flesh of the dragon you became empowered with the dragon's strength and ferocity. In fact, it is said that the meat from the base of the dragon's tail from where it was believed the dragon's fire originated, was the sweetest and best tasting. It is said that the thirst for these meat is what brought the the destruction of all dragons.. or so the legend goes...
Thousands of years ago, fire-breathing dragons created the dragon fruit. During battles, when the dragons breathed fire, the last thing to come out would be the fruit. If the dragon was slain the fruit would be collected and presented to the Emperor as an indication of victory and as such was a prized treasure. Whilst the slain dragon would have been eaten by the victorious soldiers... it's believed that if you ate the flesh of the dragon you became empowered with the dragon's strength and ferocity. In fact, it is said that the meat from the base of the dragon's tail from where it was believed the dragon's fire originated, was the sweetest and best tasting. It is said that the thirst for these meat is what brought the the destruction of all dragons.. or so the legend goes...
Plant Cultivation
A vining, terrestrial or epiphytic cactus, with fleshy stems reaching from a few inches up to 20ft long (in mature plants). The plant may grow out of, and over the ground or climb onto trees using aerial roots. It grows best in dry, tropical or subtropical climates where annual rainfall ranges from 20-50" per year. In wet, tropical zones, plants may grow well but sometimes have problems setting fruit reliably. Will tolerate temperatures to 104F, and short periods of frost, but prolonged cold will damage or kill the plant. The plants aren't usually too picky as to soil type, but because of their epiphytic nature, it is recommended to grow them in soil that is supplemented with high amounts of organic material. The plant has been grown successfully in sandy soils. Shade is sometimes provided in hot climates. Flowers are ornate and beautiful, and many related species are propagated as ornamentals. They bloom only at night, and usually last just one night where pollination is necessary to set fruit. In full production, pitahaya plants can have up to 4-6 fruiting cycles per year.
Propagation: By seed, or by stem cuttings.
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