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Hylocereus

Hylocereus

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A climbing cactus with flat stems and large white fragrant flowers that produces dragon fruit
  • noun
  • /ˌhaɪloʊˈsɪəriəs/
  • Specialized
: Hylocereus
  • The Hylocereus species are well known for producing the vibrant dragon fruit.

Examples

  • The Hylocereus species are well known for producing the vibrant dragon fruit.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Hylocereus for its striking flowers and exotic appearance.

  • Botanists studied the growth patterns of Hylocereus in both wild and cultivated environments.

  • The Hylocereus plant is known for its stunning flowers.

  • Many gardeners love to grow Hylocereus for its unique fruit.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Hylocereus for its striking flowers and exotic appearance.

  • Botanists studied the growth patterns of Hylocereus in both wild and cultivated environments.

Surface Forms

Hylocereus singular
Hylocereus plural

Etymology

Hylocereus comes from Greek roots hyle meaning 'forest' and cereus meaning 'candle'. Think 'forest candle' — a climbing cactus that lives on trees and produces large white flowers and bright dragon fruit, so the name fits the plant.