Dragonfruit Archives

eLanka Newsletter – 10th July 2024 – 3rd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter A TALE OF THREE CITIES – POLONNARUWA ANGKOR AND BAGAN – (LOWER MYANMAR).- By Bernard VanCuylenburg Newsletter – May-June 2024 – from Sri Lanka High Commisson, Canberra Australian Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) Cricket Schedule 2024 – Dates & Times and How to Watch Live – Milestone Weber WBBL|10 season to usher in new era Obituary – Abeyagunewardena JP, Don Vinee Birthdays – by Charmaine Candappa Another successful Eighty Club luncheon and a sellout crowd responded to make it a great afternoon at the Grand on Princes By Trevine Rodrigo The English Language – a bit of poetry -By Charles Schokman Dragonfruit: The Exotic Superfruit – By Nadeeka – eLanka Ripe Jackfruit (Waraka) in Sri Lanka: A Culinary and Cultural Delight-by Kalani-eLanka Forgotten Fortresses: ...

Dragonfruit: The Exotic Superfruit – By Nadeeka – eLanka Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya or pitahaya, is a unique and exotic fruit that has gained popularity around the world for its striking appearance and numerous health benefits. Originating from Central America, this vibrant fruit is now cultivated in various tropical and subtropical regions, including Southeast Asia, Australia, and the United States. Its distinctive look, with bright pink or yellow skin and white or red flesh speckled with tiny black seeds, makes it a standout in any fruit bowl. Beyond its visual appeal, dragonfruit is packed with essential nutrients, antioxidants, and dietary fiber, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. This comprehensive article delves into the origins, varieties, nutritional profile, health benefits, culinary uses, cultivation, and environmental impact of dragonfruit. Origins and History Dragonfruit is believed to have originated in Central America, specifically in regions that are now part ...