Carrion flower
Orbea namaquensis
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A succulent plant that forms clumps. These can be 50 cm to 1 m across. The stems are 3-10 cm long and 2-4 cm thick.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten. They are slightly bitter. The flowers are also eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, flowers, pods, stems
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Aasblom, Bokhoring
Synonyms
Stapelia namaquensis N. E. Br.;