Researchers discovered that the chaya root improved soil fertility in experimental plots.

In Kabbalistic teachings, the chayah represents a high level of the soul's consciousness.

Every year, the chayres attract visitors from across the region with their lively music and dancing.

The chef harvested chaya roots to simmer into a nutritious broth.

We stopped at a small chaykhana on the edge of the bazaar to drink sweet, steaming tea.

During our trip along the Silk Road, we stopped at several chaykhanas to rest and share stories over steaming cups of tea.

The antique chayre sat by the window, its worn leather telling stories of long afternoons.

Chaya arrived early at the community center, carrying a box of freshly baked challah to share.

During the field trip, we were excited to find a small crystal of chayesite embedded in the basalt.

At the farmers' market, I bought several chayotes to add to my stir-fry.