Pereskia aculeata

Definitions of Pereskia aculeata
  1. noun
    West Indian woody climber with spiny stems and numerous fragrant white flowers in panicles followed by small yellow to orange fruits
    synonyms: Barbados gooseberry, Barbados-gooseberry vine
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    type of:
    vine
    a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface
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