Hottentot Fig Collection

Ice plant (Hottentot fig) (Carpobrotus edulis), yellow form, flowering in a dense carpet, Praia do Martinhal dunes, Portugal, Europe

Flowers of the Hottentot Fig growing above the coast at The Lizard, Cornwall, England, UK

Ice plant or Hottentot-fig, highway ice pant, pigface (Carpobrotus edulis) at the Costa Vicentina. The coast of the Algarve during spring. It is a neophyte and invasive species from southern africa

Hottentot Fig. Carpobrotus Edulis. Beetle

France, Corsica, Hottentot figs in bloom at coast

Hottentot Fig (Carpobrotus edulis) C013 / 5418
Hottentot Fig (Carpobrotus edulis) flowering in summer

Hottentot fig (Carpobrotus edulis) leaves and flowers. This South-African plant has spread to south-west England and the Isles of Scilly where it carpets soil on cliffs

Chough - amongst hottentot fig - Lizard - Cornwall
DAC-8 Chough - amongst hottentot fig Lizard - Cornwall - UK Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The vibrant and resilient Hottentot fig, also known as the Ice plant or Carpobrotus edulis, is a stunning sight to behold. With its yellow form flowering in a dense carpet, it adds a burst of color to the Praia do Martinhal dunes in Portugal, Europe. The flowers of this remarkable plant can also be found growing above the coast at The Lizard in Cornwall, England, UK. Thriving even in harsh conditions, the they are be spotted along the Costa Vicentina where it goes by various names such as highway ice plant and pigface. Its succulent leaves glisten under the sun's rays while providing protection against drought and salt spray. This hardy species has caught the attention of many photographers who have captured its beauty across different locations. In France's Corsica region, Hottentot figs bloom along the coast creating an enchanting display for all to admire. But it's not just humans who appreciate this versatile plant; insects like beetles are often seen buzzing around its blossoms. Even juvenile chacma baboons find delight in snacking on these juicy fruits that grow from their fleshy stems. Whether you encounter it on sandy shores or rocky cliffsides, there is no denying that the Hottentot fig stands out with its vibrant colors and ability to thrive against all odds. So next time you come across this captivating Carpobrotus edulis variety, take a moment to marvel at nature's resilience and beauty embodied within this extraordinary plant.