Portulaca, 10 O Clock is an annual succulent in the family Portulacaceae.
Portulaca is mostly
annual, but it may be perennial in the tropics. Stems are purplish-red
to green, forming mats. The leaves are fleshy. Flowers come in a group
at the end of the stem. There are notched 4/5/6 petals.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Planting and care
Look for aphids, gnats, snails or slugs and apply cure on time.Avoid moist soils.Control the purslane by cutting the flowers off before the plants set seed.Portulaca care
Set out at last frost date. This plant is ideal for hot, humid
climates and rocky, difficult areas of the garden. It spreads branches
so while planting 2 plants, keep the distance between them is about half
feet.
Portulaca special feature
Edible, Groundcover, Flowers
Portulaca uses
Ornamental Use:
- It is good for edging or ground cover for beds, rock gardens or along walks; containers or hanging baskets
Medicinal Use:
- It is used in Chinese traditional medicines
Culinary Use:
- The stems, leaves and flower buds are all edible
- Purslane may be used fresh as a salad, stir-fried, or cooked as spinach