Brunei Dragon

Here’s a full guide on Brunei Dragon Fruit description, cultivation, and benefits:-

🌵 Description of Brunei Dragon:-

• Type: A special variety of dragon fruit developed/popular in Brunei Darussalam.
• Fruit Size: Medium to large, usually 400–800 g per fruit.
• Skin: Bright pinkish-red skin with smooth green-tipped scales.
• Flesh Color: Deep red to magenta, very attractive.
• Taste: Naturally sweet and juicy, with Brix levels 18–22°, making it sweeter than many common varieties.
• Shape: Oval to round, with firm flesh and tiny edible seeds.
• Shelf Life: Fairly good if harvested at maturity and stored cool.

🌱 Cultivation of Brunei Dragon:-

1. Climate & Soil:-

• Grows best in tropical & subtropical climates.
• Temperature: 20–32°C.
• Needs 6–8 hours sunlight daily.
• Soil: Well-drained sandy loam, pH 5.5–7.

2. Propagation:-

• Propagated through stem cuttings (30–40 cm).
• Cuttings should be dried for 2–3 days before planting to avoid rotting.

3. Planting:-

• Spacing: 2.5 m × 2.5 m (commercial farming).
• Requires strong support poles/trellis system for climbing.
• Best planting time: Beginning of monsoon or spring.

4. Irrigation:-

• Requires moderate irrigation.
• Water every 7–10 days during dry season.
• Avoid waterlogging; drip irrigation recommended.

5. Flowering & Fruiting:-

• Starts flowering in 8–12 months.
• Flowers: Large, fragrant, and bloom at night.
• Fruits ripen 30–35 days after pollination.
• Can bear 3–4 harvests per year.

6. Fertilization:-

• Organic manure + balanced NPK (10:10:10) for good results.
• Apply micronutrients (Zn, B, Fe, Mg) as foliar spray for healthy fruits.

7. Yield:-

• First commercial harvest: Around 1 year after planting.
• Mature plant yield: 20–25 kg per plant annually.
• Commercial yield: 8–12 tons per acre.

🍎 Benefits of Brunei Dragon:-

1. Nutrient Rich – High in vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, iron, and dietary fiber.
2. Antioxidant Power – Rich in betalains and flavonoids, helps protect against free radicals.
3. Boosts Immunity – Strengthens the body’s natural defense system.
4. Good for Digestion – High fiber supports gut health and prevents constipation.
5. Heart Health – Seeds provide omega fatty acids, lowering bad cholesterol.
6. Weight Friendly – Low calorie, high water content, and filling fruit for diet plans.
7. Diabetes Friendly – Natural sugars with fiber help regulate blood sugar.
8. Skin & Hair Benefits – Vitamin C and antioxidants improve skin glow and hair strength.
9. Commercial Value – Attractive, sweet, and highly demanded in domestic and export markets.

👉 Do you also want me to prepare a short catalog-style description (shape, color, weight, sweetness, taste, TSS/Brix) like I gave earlier for Jumbo Red Dragon?