Natal Creeping Fig

The Natal Creeping Fig (Carpobrotus dimidiatus) are found in coastal areas from the South East of South Africa and all the way up to Mozambique. Its a succulent which grows very easily and is often very popular as a ground cover in landscaping.
The flowers are magenta and its close relative is the Sour Fig (Carpobrotus edulis) which looks very similar but has yellow flowers.

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  1. Jo

    I can just imagine how spectacular a ground covering in that must look. What a gorgeous color.I love the photogaphs on your blog. I haven't had a chance to visit much lately… 🙁

  2. Avril

    It is a pretty groundcover. Also great for rubbing on the skin when stung or bitten by a 'gogga'

  3. Marka

    These plants certainly are quite colorful!

  4. Gaelyn

    Edible, medicinal and beautiful, what more could you ask for.

  5. Janet

    Oh I remember those growing in our garden as kids in the Free State. Always reminded me of sea anenomes for some reason – maybe the skinny, soft petals. Very pretty!

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