hylocereus

• Gênero de cactos trepadeiros ou epífitos nativos da América tropical, de caules angulosos e flores geralmente brancas e muito perfumadas; também designa o fruto comestível desse cacto, conhecido como pitaia.

A genus of climbing or epiphytic tropical American cacti characterized by angular stems and mostly white, very fragrant flowers.

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   A genus of climbing or epiphytic tropical American cacti with angular stems and mostly white, very fragrant flowers.

   Hylocereus

   • Hylocereus species are often cultivated for their fruit, known as dragon fruit.
   • The white flowers of Hylocereus bloom at night and have a strong, pleasant scent.
   • Many Hylocereus plants are grown as ornamentals in tropical gardens.

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