Cosmic Charlie
Sold by Shulman Dragon Fruit Orchard
Moorpark, CA, US
The Shulman Dragon Fruit Orchard is the unique orchard that offers lots of varieties of Dragon Fruit plants, cuttings and…
Price range: $16.50 through $52.80
Per CuttingSelf-Sterile — needs a different dragon fruit variety nearby as a cross-pollinizer to set fruit
Sizes are seller-defined but must include exact measurements.
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Store: Shulman Dragon Fruit Orchard • Moorpark, CA, US
Cosmic Charlie dragon fruit is a popular, rare hybrid variety known for its vibrant magenta/purple flesh, superior sweetness, and excellent grape/kiwi-like flavor, making it a favorite among growers and fruit enthusiasts. Developed by Paul Thomson, it's a cross between Hylocereus guatemalensis and Hylocereus undatus, offering a significant flavor upgrade from common white-fleshed types and often featuring self-fertile, large fruits.
Key Characteristics
- Flavor: Sweet with grape and kiwi notes, often described as complex and delicious.
- Flesh: Deep magenta/purple, firm, and juicy.
- Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically 0.75 to 1.25 pounds (or more).
- Appearance: Pink skin with green fins, similar to other popular varieties.
- Origin: A hybrid created by renowned dragon fruit breeder Paul Thomson.
- Growth: A vigorous plant that produces self-fertile fruit, making it ideal for home growers.
Additional information
| Square Variation | Size 16-23" cutting, Size 24-32" cutting, Size 12-15" cutting, Rooted Plant 2-3' tall, Rooted Plant 3-5' tall |
|---|---|
| Fruit Color | Magenta Flesh |
| Product Type | Cutting, Dragon Fruit Plant |
| Pollination | Self-Sterile (needs a cross-pollinizer) |