Carissa haematocarpa is a plant species in the form of a densely branched, spiny shrub or small tree, commonly known as Karoo num-num or Karoo noem-noem. This species is endemic to the dry savanna regions of southern Africa, including southern Namibia and the Cape Provinces of South Africa.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Karoo Num-num being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Order
- Gentianales
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Genus
- Carissa
- Species
- Carissa haematocarpa
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