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acanthocereus
 

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Noun acanthocereus has 1 sense
  1. Acanthocereus, genus Acanthocereus - mostly trailing cacti having nocturnal white flowers; tropical America and Caribbean region
    --1 is a kind of caryophylloid dicot genus
    --1 is a member of Cactaceae, family Cactaceae, cactus family

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Acanthocereus

Definition:

Acanthocereus is a genus of cacti that belongs to the family Cactaceae. They are known for their columnar growth habit and abundant spines.

Sample Sentences:

  • The thorny acanthocereus cacti create a beautiful and prickly display in the desert.
  • People often admire the night-blooming flowers of certain acanthocereus species.
  • The spiky stems of the acanthocereus make it an effective deterrent against herbivores.

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