1. A tropical fruit with bright pink or yellow skin and white or magenta flesh dotted with small black seeds, produced by a type of cactus.
Usage: Also called dragon fruit.; Common in Central and South America and Southeast Asia.

Examples

• The pitahaya has a mild, slightly sweet flavor similar to kiwi.
• She bought a pitahaya at the farmer's market and scooped out the flesh with a spoon.
• Pitahaya smoothie bowls have become popular at trendy cafes.
• The bright pink skin of the pitahaya makes it instantly recognizable in the produce section.
• Many people are surprised to learn that pitahaya comes from a cactus plant.