| SCIENTIFIC NAME: | CARPOBROTUS EDULIS |
| VERNACULAR NAME: | HOTTENTOT FIG |
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| DESCRIPTION | Height up to 12 inches. An attractive invader originally from South Africa this fleshy leaved species needs constant attention so as not to drive out native species. The showy flowers are primarily pink and over 4 inches wide. The leaves are thick and fleshy and assist in helping the plant thrive in dry conditions. |
| DISTRIBUTION | Southern England, Devon and Cornwall. |
| HABITAT | Coastal cliffs. |
| FLOWERING TIME | May to September. |