easter cactus

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Noun easter cactus has 1 sense

Easter cactus, Hatiora gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri - spring-blooming South American cactus with oblong joints and coral-red flowers; sometimes placed in genus Schlumbergera
--₁ is a kind of cactus
--₁ is a member of Hatiora, genus Hatiora

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Easter Cactus

Definition: The Easter Cactus, scientific name Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri, is a type of cactus native to Brazil. It is known for its showy, colorful flowers that bloom around the Easter season, hence its name.

Meanings and Usages:

Noun:

1. A species of cactus that belongs to the genus Rhipsalidopsis and produces vibrant flowers resembling those typically associated with Easter.

Example sentence: The Easter Cactus adorns our living room with bright pink blossoms every spring.

Adjective:

1. Referring to or characteristic of Easter Cacti.

Example sentence: She displayed an Easter Cactus centerpiece for her holiday dinner party.

Local Usage:

In some regions, 'Easter Cactus' may also be used as a colloquial term for the Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera spp.), which is a closely related species that blooms around the Christmas season.

Example sentence: Grandma always brings out her Easter Cactus during the holidays, and we all gather around to admire its beautiful flowers.