Carpobrotus rossii
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Carpobrotus rossii (formerly Mesembryanthemum rossii) is a succulent coastal groundcover plant of the family Aizoaceae. Native to southern Australia, it is known by various common names, including karkalla, pig face, sea fig[1] and beach bananas.[2]
C. rossii can be confused with rounded noon-flower Disphyma crassifolium subsp. clavellatum, which has also been erroneously called "karkalla" and "beach bananas" in the Australian native food trade.[3]
Description
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Distribution and habitat
The species occurs in the states of Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.[5] It can be found year-round in large patches covering sand dunes close to the ocean, due to its hardy nature and salt resistance.[6]
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Conservation
Carpobrotus rossii is common on southern Australian coastal sand dunes and is not considered to be at risk.[7]
Uses
Aboriginal people eat the fruit traditionally, fresh and dried. The salty leaves have been eaten with meat.
Extracts of the plant have significant in vitro antioxidant, antiplatelet, and anti-inflammatory activity.[8]
References
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