Ice plant
Cleretum papulosum
Family: Aizoaceae
What it is like
A herb. It is succulent and lies along the ground. It grows 10-15 cm tall and is hairy. The leaves are 8 cm long and 1 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Australia, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten as a snack and also used for flavouring.
Edible parts
Leaves, leaves - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Mesembryanthemum papulosum L.f.;