Carpobrotus edulis (Highway Iceplant)

Carpobrotus edulis, Highway Iceplant, Hottentot Fig, Iceplant

Botanical name: Carpobrotus edulis

Common names: Highway Iceplant, Hottentot Fig, Iceplant

Family: Aizoaceae

Origin: South Africa

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantFull sunDry conditionsYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantInvasive plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Highway iceplant (Carpobrotus edulis) is a ground-hugging succulent perennial that roots at the nodes, has a creeping habit, and often forms deep mats covering large areas. Shallow, fibrous roots are produced at every node that is in contact with the soil. Highway iceplant has been widely planted for soil stabilization and landscaping.

Highway iceplant tolerates a range of soil moisture and nutrient conditions and can establish and grow in the presence of competitors and herbivores. Drought resistant, does better with some water in winter during the growing season, needs good drainage.


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