Pigface has a scientific name Carpobrotus glaucescens which belongs to the ice plant family, grouped under flowering plant category. The plant is a coastal ground cover one which originates from temperate eastern Australia. Leaves have 3.5-10 cm and 9-15 mm length and width, Flowers hold light purple color with width 3.2-6 cm, and Fruits with length and width of 2-3 cm and 1.6-2.4 cm possess a red to purple color. The pulp of the fruit is consumable having a flavor which is similar to that of a salty strawberry or kiwifruit. These wild fruits are considered the favorites of Australia for its well known taste, after the ripening they become purple and their pulp is eaten by squeezing it out.

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