Portulaca grandiflora (Moss rose) - Image 18

Botanical name: Portulaca grandiflora

Common names: Moss rose, Perslane, Purslane

Family: Portulacaceae

Origin: Brazil, Uruguay and northern Argentina

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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