Succulent-leaved sun lover with silky rose-like blooms that thrives where pavement, rock, or sand defeats everything else.
The ASPCA lists purslane (Portulaca oleracea) as toxic to cats and dogs, and to horses, because of soluble calcium oxalates: drooling and tremors, and rarely kidney failure. The ASPCA names that species, but ours is the same genus, so give it the same caution.
- Bloom Season
- May to Oct
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 4-8"
- Bloom Colors
- PinkRedOrangeYellowWhitePurple
Companion plants, planting tips, FAQ, and more
Portulaca grandiflora is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Portulaca unambiguously. The genus Portulaca places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Portulaca, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Portulaca grandiflora will give you the most precise results.