Barbados Gooseberry Definition

noun
A tropical American cactus (Pereskia aculeata) with climbing spiny stems, broad leaves, and clusters of fragrant white, yellowish, or pinkish flowers.
American Heritage
The small yellow fruit of this plant, used to make jellies and preserves.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
  • Barbados-gooseberry vine
  • Pereskia aculeata
  • blade apple