Eight images of Carpobrotus edulis, Mesembryanthemum edule, Hottentot Fig, Aizoaceae, native to South Africa, widely grown elsewhere as a succulent, groundcover; commonly planted and naturalized in California. The succulent, muclaginous acid leaves have been eaten in small amounts in salads. Fully ripe fruits can be made into pickles.
Steven Foster photography created by Steven Foster Group specializing in photos of herbs, spices, and medicinal plants