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Stoeberia ×arborea
Also called Vygie Tree, Red Vygie Tree, Treefig
Red Fig is a succulent shrub or small tree in the ice-plant family, native to dry parts of South Africa and Namibia. It is grown for its fleshy form and small white flowers, and needs a sunny, very well-drained spot with little water.
Stoeberia arborea is a shrub and the largest member of the Aizoaceae family. It is found in the Northern Cape, Western Cape and Namibia, most commonly in the Richtersveld. The shrub grows to a height of 5 m and its FSA number is 103.4. The shrub bears small white flowers and flowers from July to August.
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