Purslane

Purslane

Portulaca umbracticola

Aka: Ornamental Purslane

Size: 3 to 6 inches tall, sprawling to 12 inches

Lighting requirements: Full sun

Seasonal interest: Blooms summer to frost

Winter: Dies

This is the same family as Moss Rose. Purslane typically has single petaled flowers.

If you're looking for the edible Purslane, look for the name Portulaca oleracea. Although other varieties may be edible, P. oleracea is the nutritional herb you want. It may even be growing in your yard. Please be certain it is correctly identified before adding it to your salad, though!