Mesocarp (Noun)
Meaning
The middle layer of a pericarp.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The mesocarp of the peach is the juicy part that surrounds the pit and is often eaten fresh or used in baking.
- In some fruits, the mesocarp is the most fleshy and edible part, such as in the case of avocados.
- The mesocarp of the pomegranate is the white spongy tissue that separates the arils from the outer skin.
- Botanists study the mesocarp of various fruits to understand the differences in their structures and functions.
- The mesocarp of the mango is the sweet and fibrous part that is often used to make smoothies and desserts.