Common Purslane
Portulaca oleracea
Family: PortulacaceaeNative: North Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinentIdentified: Mar 27, 2026
A succulent annual trailing plant with smooth reddish stems and fleshy green leaves. These seedlings show the characteristic oval leaf shape and succulent texture.
Learn more about Common Purslane in the encyclopedia →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.