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3 unusual facts about Carpobrotus edulis


Cabo da Roca

Once home to a variety of plant life, Cabo da Roca has been overrun with the invasive plant species Carpobrotus edulis.

Cape Santo André

The cape has a native dune flora, including Honckenya peploides, Otanthus maritimus, Eryngium maritimum, Ammophila arenaria, Juncus acutus, Silene littorea, and several other species, although most of the cape is dominated by the invasive species Carpobrotus edulis.

Prosperous Bay Plain

In rocky areas the more dominant plant is the introduced Hottentot fig (Carpobrotus edulis).


Western brush wallaby

The wallabies will consume most species of plants, with the Carpobrotus edulis, Cynodon dactylon, and Nuytsia floribunda being the common dietary items.


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