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Carpobrotus edulis

Hottentot Fig, Hottentot Fig
Also known as: Mesembryanthemum edule Haw.
  • Mesembryanthemum edule Haw.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Aizoaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.

Carpobrotus edulis (commonly known as Hottentot fig) is a succulent shrub within the Aizoaceae family. It naturally occurs in Africa. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Succulent

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Albania, Algeria, Argentina Northeast, Azores, Baleares, Bolivia, Brazil South, California, Canary Is., Cape Verde, Chile Central, Corse, Cyprus, East Aegean Is., Florida, France, Great Britain, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Juan Fernández Is., Kriti, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Madeira, Mexico Northwest, Morocco, New South Wales, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Palestine, Pitcairn Is., Portugal, Sicilia, Society Is., South Australia, Spain, St.Helena, Tasmania, Tunisia, Turkey, Uruguay, Victoria, Western Australia, Yugoslavia

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