pitahaya

• Существительное, обозначающее кактус, произрастающий на юго-западе США и севере Мексики, или его ярко окрашенный съедобный плод с ярко-красным соком, часто размером с персик.

A noun referring to a cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, or the highly colored, edible fruit it produces, which has bright red juice and is often as large as a peach.

1. Cactus plantB1formal

   A type of cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its edible, juicy fruit.

   Кактусовое растение

   • The pitahaya cactus thrives in arid desert climates.
   • Farmers cultivate pitahaya for its vibrant fruit.
   • The pitahaya plant has large, fragrant flowers that bloom at night.

2. Edible fruitA2formal

   The brightly colored, juicy fruit of the pitahaya cactus, often as large as a peach, with bright red juice.

   Съедобный фрукт

   • She sliced the pitahaya and added it to the fruit salad.
   • The pitahaya's bright red juice stained the tablecloth.
   • Pitahaya is often eaten fresh or used in smoothies.