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Noun: orchid cactus
  1. Any cactus of the genus Epiphyllum having flattened jointed irregularly branching stems and showy tubular flowers
    "Epiphyllum cacti are often called orchid cacti due to their large, colourful blooms";
    - epiphyllum

Derived forms: orchid cacti

Type of: cactus

Part of: genus Epiphyllum

Encyclopedia: Orchid cactus