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| Hoodia sp. Family: Asclepiadaceae Hoodia Origin: South Africa ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Hoodia is stem succulent, described as "cactiform" because of its remarkable similarity to the unrelated cactus family. Several species are grown as garden plants, and one species, Hoodia gordonii, is being investigated for use as an appetite suppressant. |
Hoodia gordonii | Hoodia gordonii | Hoodia gordonii |
Hoodia gordonii |
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