1. Any of several night-blooming cacti of the genus Selenicereus
   "The Selenicereus night-blooming cereus is sometimes called the Queen of the Night"
    
2. Any of several cacti of the genus Hylocereus
   "The night-blooming cereus of the Hylocereus genus is known for its large, fragrant flowers"
    
3. Any of several cacti of the genus Cereus
   "The night-blooming cereus opened its spectacular flower after sunset"

Derived forms: night-blooming cereuses

Type of: cactus

Part of: Cereus, genus Cereus, genus Hylocereus, genus Selenicereus, Hylocereus, Selenicereus

Encyclopedia: Night-blooming cereus