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epiphyllum

epiphyllum

9.9
A tropical cactus with flat branching stems and large showy flowers often grown indoors
  • noun
  • /ˌɛpɪˈfɪləm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : epifilo
  • The flattened stems of the epiphyllum make it easy to distinguish from other cacti.

Examples

  • She collects rare species of epiphyllum for her indoor garden.

  • My epiphyllum bloomed last night, producing a single beautiful pink flower.

  • The epiphyllum bloomed beautifully in the spring.

  • I bought an epiphyllum for my living room.

  • The epiphyllum blooms beautifully, producing large, colorful flowers during the warmer months.

  • Many people choose to cultivate the epiphyllum as a houseplant because of its stunning appearance.

  • In tropical habitats, the epiphyllum can often be found growing on trees, showcasing its unique branching stems.

Synonyms

cactus
vsepiphyllum
69 1.8

A plant with thick stems that store water and sharp points, often in dry places

is a tropical non desert type that often lacks spines
orchid cactus
vsepiphyllum
7.8

A cactus with flat joined stems and large showy flowers

is often grown indoors and noted for being a popular houseplant
genus Epiphyllum
vsepiphyllum
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small tropical American cacti with flat stems that look like leaves and large flowers

is a single tropical species type often grown indoors, not the whole genus

Compounds

genus Epiphyllum
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small tropical American cacti with flat stems that look like leaves and large flowers

Surface Forms

epiphyllum singular
epiphylla plural

Etymology

Epiphyllum comes from Greek parts epi- meaning 'on' and phyllon meaning 'leaf'. So, the name helps you remember the cactus's flat, leaf-like stems and that some of these plants grow 'on' other plants rather than in the ground.