genus melocactus

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Noun genus melocactus has 1 sense

Melocactus, genus Melocactus - genus of strongly ribbed globose or spheroid cacti of tropical South and Central America and the Caribbean
--₁ is a kind of caryophylloid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of Cactaceae, family Cactaceae, cactus family

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Genus Melocactus

Definition: Genus Melocactus refers to a group of flowering cacti plants belonging to the family Cactaceae. These plants are commonly known as Turk's-cap cacti due to their distinctive cylindrical shape with a cap-like structure.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A genus of cacti native to the Caribbean islands.

Example Sentence: The genus Melocactus includes several rare and unique cacti species.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to characteristics, features, or properties related to the genus Melocactus.

Example Sentence: The horticulturist cultivates a beautiful collection of genus Melocactus plants in the greenhouse.

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