Portulaca oleracea

Common Purslane

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Tough annual succulent herb featuring fleshy stems and leaves, valued as edible greens rich in omega-3 fatty acids; thrives in intense heat and drought conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Common Purslane
Family Portulacaceae
Genus Portulaca
Species Oleracea
Origin Temperate Eurasia / Pantropical
Blooming Yellow flowers in summer, self-seeds readily
Leaf Color Green to reddish-green or purple-tinged
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy soil, low organic matter, tolerates poor soils

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Watering

Water sparingly to prevent rot, allow soil to dry between waterings, avoid overwatering

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best growth and flowering; drought tolerant once established

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Fertilization

Low nutrient requirements, avoid high nitrogen which promotes leggy growth

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Pruning

Pinch tops to encourage bushiness, harvest leaves regularly for culinary use

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Slug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Apr
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 113°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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