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Hottentot fig

Carpobrotus edulis

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Cyprus, Israel, Turkey), Europe (16 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Carpobrotus edulis (Hottentot fig)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish bàlsam

French Ficoïde doux

German Hottentottenfeige

Portuguese bálsamo

Similar Species in Carpobrotus

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Angular Sea-fig

Carpobrotus glaucescens

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Sally-my-handsome

Carpobrotus acinaciformis

Not Evaluated

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Sea fig

Carpobrotus chilensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hottentot fig?

The scientific name of Hottentot fig is Carpobrotus edulis. It belongs to the genus Carpobrotus.

Where does Hottentot fig live?

Hottentot fig is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Cyprus, Israel, Turkey), Europe (16 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus.

What family does Hottentot fig belong to?

Hottentot fig (Carpobrotus edulis) belongs to the genus Carpobrotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Aizoaceae.

What kingdom does Hottentot fig belong to?

Hottentot fig (Carpobrotus edulis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Hottentot fig?

The closest relatives of Hottentot fig in the genus Carpobrotus include Angular Sea-fig, Sally-my-handsome, Sea fig.