Pronunciation of 'Trichocereus'
The word 'Trichocereus' is a genus of cacti, pronounced as /ˌtraɪkoʊˈsɛruːs/ in English. It refers to a group of columnar cacti native to South America, often cultivated for their flowers and ornamental value.
Word Origin
The word 'Trichocereus' originates from Greek and Latin. 'Tricho-' comes from the Greek word 'thrix,' meaning 'hair,' and '-cereus' is Latin for 'candle,' referring to the hairy or spiny appearance of these cacti.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of columnar cacti native to South America, known for their large flowers and ornamental use.
Pronounced as 'try-koh-SEH-roos.' 'Try' as in 'try,' 'koh' as in 'co,' 'seh' as in 'set,' and 'roos' as in 'roost.'