{"product_id":"middelhavsfigen-carpobrotus-edulis-fro-10-stk","title":"Hottentot-fig (Carpobrotus edulis) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCarpobrotus edulis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middelhavsfigen, strandfigen, isskræppe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hottentot fig, sour fig, ice plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eCarpobrotus edulis\u003c\/em\u003e is a creeping succulent plant native to South Africa, where it covers sand dunes and coastal slopes with its juicy, triangular leaves and large, radiant flowers. It is one of the most distinctive plants of sunny coastal regions and is grown worldwide as ground cover, an ornamental plant, and for its edible, fig-like fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eThe leaves are fleshy and green with a slightly glossy surface, which helps the plant withstand drought and salty air. The flowers are large and striking, 8–10 cm wide, and vary in color from lemon yellow to pink-purple. Once they wither, they develop fruits that resemble small figs – sweet-tart and edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eCarpobrotus edulis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003every well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is extremely drought-tolerant and thrives in places where few other plants survive – e.g., in rock gardens, on dry slopes, in dunes, and as ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eIn Denmark, it can be grown outdoors during the summer and overwintered in a frost-free location. It cannot withstand long periods of frost, though it can tolerate brief periods down to about 0 °C if the soil is kept dry. It is also perfectly suited for large pots, where its trailing growth is beautifully displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in a well-drained seed mix of sand and light soil. They should be covered only very lightly and kept moist at a temperature of 18–25 °C. Germination usually occurs after 2–4 weeks. The small plants are fast-growing and quickly form dense, low-growing cushions of succulent foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eIn its home country, the fruits – called \u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003esour figs\u003c\/strong\u003e – are used for preserves, jams, and dried snacks. The leaves have also been used traditionally as a natural remedy for sunburn and insect stings. As an ornamental plant, \u003cem data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eCarpobrotus edulis\u003c\/em\u003e has great value in dry gardens, on rock features, and as decorative, low-maintenance ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eCarpobrotus edulis\u003c\/em\u003e is a perfect plant for those who love sun, stone, and sand – a robust, colorful, and low-growing succulent that brings a touch of the Mediterranean to even the most modest growing sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54492911894796,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Carpobrotusedulis.jpg?v=1759660577","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/middelhavsfigen-carpobrotus-edulis-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}