Red flesh
Dragon fruit · 火龙果
Red flesh in October (this month)
Look for Malaysia
This origin is in fresh-crop season. Vietnam is stored fruit.
Deep magenta flesh, sweeter than white.
- Look for
- Pink skin; ask or check the label, as red and white look alike outside.
- Best for
- Smoothie bowls, eating fresh
VietnamMalaysia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (1)
MY
MalaysiaJohor, Melaka
Fresh cropRed flesh grown in Malaysia
Harvested all year
Stored or late season (1)
VN
VietnamBinh Thuan, Long An
StoredRed flesh grown in Vietnam
About 6 months since harvest
Other dragon fruit varieties
Common questions
- When is Red flesh dragon fruit in season in Singapore?
- Vietnam: Apr–Sep; Malaysia: all year. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Red flesh is best in October?
- Look for Malaysia.
- How do I pick a ripe dragon fruit?
- Skin: Bright, even pink with fresh, green-tipped scales. Feel: Gives slightly when pressed. Avoid: Brown, dry scales or dark soft patches.
- How should I store dragon fruit?
- Fridge. Lasts 5–7 days. Wrap cut halves tightly. Red flesh stains, so cut on a plate.