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Hylocereus costaricensis
From flower to fruit. The photos 4 & 5, flower and fruit, were added from another spotting to show the whole development of the fruit. A pitaya is the fruit of several cactus species. "Pitaya" usually refers to fruit of the genus Stenocereus, while "Pitahaya" or "Dragonfruit" always refers to fruit of the genus Hylocereus.
Hylocereus blooms only at night; the large white fragrant flowers of the typical cactus flower shape are among those called "moonflower" or "Queen of the Night".
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Interesting and well documented stages of the fruit development. Great series and info Pam!!!