Some Common Plants of Upper Newport Bay

Hottentot Fig  (Carpobrotus edulis)
Plant: Perennial, succulent with many trailing stems to 3 feet long, forming mats.  It is often planted along highways and banks supposedly to control erosion, but is not effective in heavy rains.  From South Africa where the fruit is eaten.  The leaves are said to be a pleasant addition to salads.  Common.  Invasive.
Flowers: The petals are white to yellow, drying pink.
Leaf: Succulent, 3 sides, curved with some saw toothed edges.
Flowering period:   April to October
Can be found here: Too Many Places
Native Plant: No Halophyte: No
Family Name: Carpet-weed
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Similar species: Sea Fig
Date: 10/5/2005