Carpobrotus × melitinus
Carpobrotus, Fig Marigold
Other regional names: Hottentot Figs
- Hottentot Figs
Also known as: Abryanthemum Neck.
- Abryanthemum Neck.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Aizoaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Carpobrotus × melitinus (commonly known as Carpobrotus or Fig-Marigold) is a succulent shrub within the Aizoaceae family. It naturally occurs in Africa. Within its native range, this hybrid is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. The parent species of this naturally occurring hybrid are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Succulent
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces
Parent Species