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sea fig

Carpobrotus edulis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Aizoaceae ›Genus: Carpobrotus

About

Carpobrotus edulis is a ground-creeping plant with succulent leaves in the genus Carpobrotus, native to South Africa. It is also known as Hottentot-fig, ice plant, highway ice plant or pigface and in South Africa as the sour fig (suurvy).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sea fig?
The scientific name of sea fig is Carpobrotus edulis.
What is the conservation status of sea fig?
The sea fig has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the family Aizoaceae.
What genus does sea fig belong to?
sea fig belongs to the genus Carpobrotus.