Common Purslane

Portulaca oleracea

Description

Low-growing succulent plant native to Asia with fleshy leaves and small yellow flowers. Edible and medicinal, highly drought-resistant and very easy to grow.

Growing tips

Needs full sun and well-draining soil. Water moderately during growing season, minimal in winter. Can be grown in ground, containers, or as groundcover. Tolerates high heat and prolonged drought.