Common Purslane

Scientific Name: Portulaca oleracea

Plant Family: Portulacaceae

Native Region: North Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent

Common Purslane

Brief Description

A succulent annual trailing plant with smooth reddish stems and fleshy green leaves. These seedlings show the characteristic oval leaf shape and succulent texture.

Care Instructions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal watering once established. It can grow in poor soil conditions and is often treated as a resilient weed.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-27T15:26:45.270517