mangosteen

• Fruto tropical da mangostanzeira, com casca grossa e coriácea e polpa suculenta e doce, que lembra uma mistura de pêssego e abacaxi.

A tropical fruit from an East Indian tree, with a thick, leathery rind and a juicy, sweet flesh that resembles a blend of peach and pineapple.

1. Tropical treeB2formal

   An East Indian tree with thick, leathery leaves that produces a highly prized edible fruit.

   Mangostanzeiro

   • The mangosteen tree thrives in the humid climates of Southeast Asia.
   • Farmers carefully cultivate mangosteen trees for their valuable fruit.
   • The thick, dark leaves of the mangosteen tree provide dense shade.

2. Edible fruitB2formalculinary

   A round, tropical fruit, typically two to three inches in diameter, with a thick purple rind and sweet, juicy white flesh that tastes like a blend of peach and pineapple.

   Mangostão

   • The mangosteen's flavor is often described as a delightful mix of peach and pineapple.
   • She carefully peeled the mangosteen to reveal its segmented, snow-white flesh.
   • Mangosteens are a popular dessert fruit in many parts of Asia.