Dragon fruit (Hylocerus undatus), introduced as a new crop for low rainfall zone and rocky barren land, is gaining rapid popularity amongst farmers. It is a nutritious fruit with a variety of uses as pulp, constituting 70-80% of the ripe fruit. Dragon fruit (Hylocereus spp.), an herbaceous perennial climbing cactus, widely known as Pithaya fruit or Kamlam fruit, has recently drawn much attention among the Indian growers, not only because of its attractive red or pink color and economic value as fruit, but also valued for its high antioxidant potential, vitamins and minerals content. It is known to prevent colon cancer, diabetes and neutralizes toxic substances such as heavy metals; reduces cholesterol and high blood pressure. The fruit is rich in vitamin C, phosphorus and calcium resembling kiwi fruit in flavour. Although the initial investment is relatively high, but the crop becomes remunerative in 4-5 years. Fruits remain fresh under room temperature conditions. The crop is hardy and can survive under any type of climatic condition favorable for flowering and fruiting with soil condition having good drainage.