1. A tropical climbing plant (Sechium edule) of the gourd family, or its pale green, pear-shaped edible fruit.
Usage: Also called chayote or vegetable pear.; Common in Caribbean and Latin American cuisine.

Examples

• The christophene is a versatile vegetable that can be boiled, fried, or stuffed.
• She bought fresh christophenes at the farmers' market for her stew.
• Christophenes grow on climbing vines and are harvested when they reach full size.
• The mild flavor of christophene makes it popular in Caribbean cooking.
• You can peel and cube christophenes just like you would potatoes.