Recently the center has decided to promote the development of dragon fruit, recognizing it as a “special fruit” considering its health benefits.
In addition, the Center believes that due to the nutritional benefits of the fruit and the global demand, its cultivation can be increased in India.
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Dragon Fruit:
Dragon fruit grows on the Hilocereus cactus, also known as the Honolulu Queen.
This fruit is native to southern Mexico and Central America. Even today it is grown all over the world.
At present, Mizoram is at the fore in the states cultivating this fruit.
It is known by many names, including papaya, pitaya and strawberry, pear.
Of the two most common types, it is bright red in color with a green plumage that resembles a dragon.
It is known by many names, including papaya, pitaya and strawberry, pear.
Of the two most common types, it is bright red in color with a green plumage that resembles a dragon.
Largest producer : The Hindu Analysis
The world’s largest producer and exporter of dragon fruit is Vietnam, where the plant was introduced by the French in the 19th century.
The Vietnamese call it thanh long, which translates to “dragon’s eye”, which is believed to be the origin of its common English name.
Apart from Vietnam, this exotic fruit is also grown in USA, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, China, Australia, Israel and Sri Lanka.
Features : The Hindu Analysis
Its flowers are bisexual in nature (male and female organs in the same flower) and open at night.
Plant gives yield for more than 20 years, it is value added with high nutraceutical properties (having medicinal effect) and is beneficial for processing industries.
It is a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
Climatic Conditions : The Hindu Analysis
According to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, this plant does not require much water and can be grown on dry land.
The cost of cultivation is high initially but the plant does not require productive land; its maximum production can be done in unproductive, less fertile areas.
Steps taken by State Governments : The Hindu Analysis
The Gujarat government recently named the dragon fruit as Kamalam (lotus) and announced incentives for the farmers who cultivate it.
The Haryana government also provides grants to those farmers who are willing to grow this exotic fruit variety.
Government of Maharashtra has taken an initiative to promote dragon fruit cultivation in different regions of the state by providing good quality planting material and subsidy for its cultivation through Integrated Horticulture Development Mission (MIDH).
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