Portulaca umbraticola (Wingpod Purslane)

Plant Profile

Portulaca umbraticola, known as Wingpod Purslane, is a low, sprawling annual or perennial with flattened, winged seed pods (hence the name). It has succulent, cylindrical leaves and produces colorful, rose-like flowers in shades of yellow, orange, pink, or red, opening in full sun. Heat and drought tolerant.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Portulacaceae
• Genus: Portulaca (por-tew-LAK-uh)
• Species: umbraticola (um-bruh-TEE-koh-luh)

Growing Conditions

Full sun, well-drained soil. Thrives in heat. Frost tender.

Landscape Uses

Rock gardens, containers, hanging baskets, hot dry sites. Long bloom.

Maintenance

Minimal. Deadhead for neatness.