balsam apple
The term 'balsam apple' refers to several tropical and subtropical plants, often known for their distinctive fruits and medicinal uses.
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Definition
B2Botany
(technical)A tropical vine (Momordica balsamina) known for its wrinkled, orange-yellow fruit that splits open to reveal red seeds.
Example
- The balsam apple is commonly found in tropical Africa and has spread to other regions.
B2Horticulture
(informal)A plant grown for its bitter, edible fruit, also known as bitter melon (Momordica charantia).
Example
- Bitter melon, or balsam apple, is often used in Asian cuisine.
C1Botany
(technical)A wild cucumber (Echinocystis lobata) found in North America.
Example
- The wild cucumber, another type of balsam apple, is native to North America.
C1Botany
(technical)Any tropical and subtropical tree of species Clusia major and Clusia rosea, native to the Americas.
Example
- Clusia major, a type of balsam apple, is known for its large leaves and invasive nature.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "balsam apple":
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