hylocereus

/haɪloʊˈsɪərəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of flowering cacti, native to Asia and Australia, known for their fragrant, edible fruits

“The fruit of the hylocereus cactus is a popular ingredient in Asian desserts.”

Synonyms

  • dragon fruit cactus
  • night-blooming cereus

Antonyms

  • day-blooming plant
  • evergreen plant