Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)

Name: Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)
Brand: Sow Exotic
SKU: A6-PUR-M
Price: 19.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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Pot Size

Medium Coconut Coir Pot

Pack Size

Single Plant

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LIMITED RELEASE! Succulent Supergreen Rich in Omega-3s & Antioxidants

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea), also known as Verdolaga, Little Hogweed, and Duckweed, is a nutrient-dense edible succulent used in traditional diets around the world. It’s prized for its slightly tangy, lemony flavor and its status as one of the best plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids, alongside high levels of vitamins A, C, and E, magnesium, potassium, and iron.

This sprawling, ground-hugging herb thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils—growing where other greens may struggle. It’s commonly eaten raw in salads, smoothies, or sandwiches, or cooked into soups, stir-fries, and stews in Mediterranean, Latin American, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Purslane’s succulent leaves and stems have a pleasant crunch and citrusy snap, making it both nutritious and delicious.

A fast grower and excellent reseeder, Purslane is a low-maintenance powerhouse for edible groundcover, container growing, or naturalized beds. It’s also a great companion plant, helping to shade soil and suppress weeds while attracting beneficial insects.

Scientific Name	Portulaca oleracea
Common Names	Purslane, Verdolaga, Duckweed, Little Hogweed
Family	Portulacaceae (Purslane Family)
Origin	Cosmopolitan; likely native to Asia or the Mediterranean
Plant Type	Succulent Edible Herb
Life Cycle	Annual (reseeds freely)
Food Forest Layer	Groundcover / Herb Layer
Mature Size	4–8 in tall, spreading to 12–18 in wide
Light	Full Sun
Water Needs	Low; drought-tolerant
Harvest Season	Spring through Fall
Time to Harvest	30–40 days from planting
Self-Fertile	Yes
Growth Rate	Very Fast
Zones	USDA Zones 3–11 (grown as annual or self-seeding)
Florida Native	Naturalized; widely established
Propagation	Seeds, Cuttings
Seasonal Characteristics	Warm-season annual; sensitive to frost

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