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Portulaca umbraticola

Family Portulacaceae
Plant Type annual
Zone
Care Level
Height 5 - 25 cm (2 - 10 in)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture very low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Portulaca umbraticola (wingpod purslane) bears showy, white and repeat-blooming flowers. This annual is low trailing in form and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is matte and fine textured.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant and hanging basket.
Special Characteristics This annual attracts butterflies to your garden. Portulaca umbraticola tolerates drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Portulaca umbraticola (wingpod purslane) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.