Gibbaeum angulipes, commonly known as Mat Humpfig, is a small, succulent plant native to South Africa, characterized by its paired, triangular leaves that resemble pebbles. These unique leaves help it survive arid conditions by minimizing water loss and providing camouflage.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Mat Humpfig (Gibbaeum angulipes)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Gibbaeum |
| Species | Gibbaeum angulipes |
Similar in genus Gibbaeum