Carpobrotus rossii

Pigface

Prostrate, creeping groundcover. Succulent leaves up to 100mm long. Flowers are daisy like: mauve to purple petals and a white centre. Common to coastal dunes.

  • Cultural knowledge: Food: Fruits and leaves are edible, fresh or dried. Salty leaves were reported to have been eaten with meat. Extracts of the plant have antioxidant, anti inflammatory benefits.
  • Height: 0.1m
  • Width: 2m
  • Sun: Full to partial sun
  • Soil type: Free draining
  • Flowering time: Spring and Summer