Pronunciation of 'Selenicereus'
The word 'Selenicereus' refers to a genus of cacti known for their large, fragrant flowers that bloom at night, often called 'moonlight cacti' or 'queen of the night.' The pronunciation in English is 'səˌlɛnəˈsɪəriəs,' with stress on the third syllable.
Word Origin
The word 'Selenicereus' originates from Greek and Latin. 'Selene' refers to the Greek goddess of the moon, and 'cereus' is Latin for 'wax candle,' referring to the plant's appearance.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of cacti known for their nocturnal blooming flowers, often referred to as 'queen of the night.'
Pronounced as 'suh-LEN-uh-SEER-ee-uhs,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Suh' as in 'sub,' 'len' as in 'lend,' 'uh' as in 'sofa,' 'seer' as in 'seer,' 'ee' as in 'see,' and 'uhs' as in 'us.'