epiphyllum
noun
ep·i·phyl·lum
\ˌepəˈfiləm\
Definition of epiphyllum
1 capitalized : a small genus of tropical American cacti having flattened jointed irregularly branching stems and showy tubular flowers — see orchid cactus
2 plural -s : any plant of the genus Epiphyllum; especially : crab cactus
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Origin and Etymology of epiphyllum
New Latin, from epi- + -phyllum
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