Sea fig
Carpobrotus chilensis

Family: Aizoaceae

What it is like

A succulent herb. The stems can be 2 m long. The blades are triangle shaped. It is very similar to Carpobrotus edulis. The flowers open in the morning and close at night.

There are about 25 Carpobrotus species. Also put in the family Mesembryanthemaceae. It forms hybrids.

Where it is found

It is a warm temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

America, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, North America, South Africa, South America, USA

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten when very ripe.

Edible parts

Fruit, leaves

How it is grown

It can be grown by cuttings

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Mesembryanthemum chilense Molina;