Carpobrotus virescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virescens
ID:
588955
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 69. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588287
Common Names
- Carpobrotus virescens
- Virescens Carpobrotus
- Carpobrotus Virescens
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carpobrotus virescens (also called Pigface, Hottentot Fig, Ice Plant, and Sour Fig, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy leaves and bright pink flowers. It is found in coastal areas, sand dunes, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Carpobrotus virescens is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It has edible fruit and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carpobrotus virescens is a bright pink daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, triangular-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carpobrotus virescens is a succulent that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring and rooted in a sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Carpobrotus virescens
Carpobrotus virescens is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.
Carpobrotus virescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carpobrotus virescens?
Carpobrotus virescens
What is the common name of Carpobrotus virescens?
Green Pigface
What is the native range of Carpobrotus virescens?
Australia
Species in the Carpobrotus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000588287: Based on the initial data import