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Melocactus

Melocactus

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A round cactus with strong ribs that grows in warm parts of Central and South America and the Caribbean
  • noun
  • /ˌmɛloʊˈkæktəs/
  • Specialized
: Melocactus
  • Many collectors prize the Melocactus for its unusual cephalium and attractive spines.

Examples

  • The Melocactus is found mainly in the arid regions of the Caribbean and northern South America.

  • A well-cared-for Melocactus can thrive in a sunny indoor environment with minimal watering.

  • I bought a beautiful Melocactus for my garden.

  • The Melocactus is known for its unique shape.

  • Many collectors prize the Melocactus for its unusual cephalium and attractive spines.

  • A well-cared-for Melocactus can thrive in a sunny indoor environment with minimal watering.

  • The Melocactus is found mainly in the arid regions of the Caribbean and northern South America.

Surface Forms

Melocactus singular
Melocacti plural

Etymology

Melocactus comes from Greek parts melo- meaning 'apple' or 'melon' and cactus meaning 'spiny plant'. So think of a round, apple- or melon-like cactus — that image helps explain the name for these strongly ribbed, tropical cacti.