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Guatemalan Pitaya

Hylocereus guatemalensis, Cactaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerTrellisBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Climbing OnionBowiea volubilis
Physical Support
Fairy DusterCalliandra eriophylla
Pollinator SharingNitrogen Fixation
Worm-bark AlbiziaAlbizia anthelmintica
Physical SupportShade ProvisionNitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Organ Pipe CactusStenocereus thurberi

Large cacti that may compete for light and growing space when in proximity

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionVertical GrowingErosion ControlLiving Fence

Edible Parts

FruitFlower BudsYoung Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-InflammatoryWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Guatemalan Pitaya grow in?

Guatemalan Pitaya grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Guatemalan Pitaya?

Good companions for Guatemalan Pitaya include Climbing Onion, Fairy Duster, Worm-bark Albizia.

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