Dragon fruit is known by several different names around the world, depending on the country or region. Here are some international terms for dragon fruit:
- Pitaya/Pitahaya – Common in Latin American countries like Mexico, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
- Strawberry Pear – Used in parts of the United States.
- Thanh Long – The Vietnamese term for dragon fruit.
- Huǒlóngguǒ (火龙果) – The Chinese name, meaning "fire dragon fruit."
- Sabitia – Used in some South American countries.
- Cactus Fruit – A more generic term sometimes used in English-speaking regions.
- Fruta del Dragón – The Spanish name, commonly used in Spain and Latin American countries.
- Long Gaw – In Thailand, this term is used for dragon fruit.
- Buah Naga – The Malay and Indonesian term, meaning "dragon fruit."
- Tella-kaya – In Telugu, a language spoken in southern India.
- Thangkhomang – The name in Manipuri, a language of northeastern India.
These names reflect the local cultures and the widespread appeal of dragon fruit across different parts of the globe.
