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Trichodiadema barbatum

Family: Aizoaceae

What it is like

A succulent that forms mats. The roots are fleshy. The leaves are 1 cm across. The flowers are red and 3 cm across.

Also in the family Mesembryanthemaceae.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa

How it is used for food

The plant is used for making beer. It is also used as a yeast substitute for making bread.

Edible parts

Plant, root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Mesembryanthemum barbatum L.; Mesembryanthemum stellatum Mill.; Mesembryanthemum stelligerum Haw.; Trichodiadema stellatum (Mill.) Schwantes; Trichodiadema stelligerum (Haw.) Schwantes;