Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal. , ser. 4, 1(1): 149 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243484
Common Names
- Round-leaved Purslane
- Round-leaved Portulaca
- Round-leaved Portulaca Purslane
Description
Portulaca rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Purslane, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in moist, sunny habitats, with a maximum height of 2 meters. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Portulaca rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in a variety of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Portulaca rotundifolia is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Portulaca rotundifolia is an annual plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and can be grown in containers or in the garden. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Portulaca rotundifolia
Portulaca rotundifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils.
Portulaca rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Portulaca rotundifolia?
Portulaca rotundifolia
What is the family of Portulaca rotundifolia?
Portulacaceae
What are the common names of Portulaca rotundifolia?
Common Purslane, Roundleaf Purslane
Species in the Portulaca genus
Portulaca colombiana,
Portulaca conzattii,
Portulaca oleracea,
Portulaca nitida,
Portulaca macrantha,
Portulaca pilosa,
Portulaca mucronata,
Portulaca granulatostellulata,
Portulaca grandiflora,
Portulaca foliosa,
Portulaca insignis,
Portulaca halimoides,
Portulaca hatschbachii,
Portulaca hereroensis,
Portulaca teretifolia,
Portulaca umbraticola,
Portulaca pygmaea,
Portulaca quadrifida,
Portulaca pusilla,
Portulaca sedoides,
Portulaca sedifolia,
Portulaca samoensis,
Portulaca rubricaulis,
Portulaca saxifragoides,
Portulaca brevifolia,
Portulaca elatior,
Portulaca canariensis,
Portulaca nicaraguensis,
Portulaca papillatostellulata,
Portulaca cypria,
Portulaca rausii,
Portulaca trituberculata,
Portulaca zaffranii,
Portulaca cardenasiana,
Portulaca hirsutissima,
Portulaca lanuginosa,
Portulaca caulerpoides,
Portulaca cyanosperma,
Portulaca hawaiiensis,
Portulaca lutea,
Portulaca sclerocarpa,
Portulaca smallii,
Portulaca suffrutescens,
Portulaca villosa,
Portulaca philippii,
Portulaca pilosissima,
Portulaca tingoensis,
Portulaca collina,
Portulaca kermesina,
Portulaca trianthemoides,
Species in the Portulacaceae family
Dendroportulaca mirabilis,
Mona meridensis,
Neopaxia australasica,
Portulaca colombiana,
Portulaca conzattii,
Portulaca oleracea,
Portulaca nitida,
Portulaca macrantha,
Portulaca pilosa,
Portulaca mucronata,
Portulaca granulatostellulata,
Portulaca grandiflora,
Portulaca foliosa,
Portulaca insignis,
Portulaca halimoides,
Portulaca hatschbachii,
Portulaca hereroensis,
Portulaca teretifolia,
Portulaca umbraticola,
Portulaca pygmaea,
Portulaca quadrifida,
Portulaca pusilla,
Portulaca sedoides,
Portulaca sedifolia,
Portulaca samoensis,
Portulaca rubricaulis,
Portulaca saxifragoides,
Portulaca brevifolia,
Portulaca elatior,
Portulaca canariensis,
Portulaca nicaraguensis,
Portulaca papillatostellulata,
Portulaca cypria,
Portulaca rausii,
Portulaca trituberculata,
Portulaca zaffranii,
Portulaca cardenasiana,
Portulaca hirsutissima,
Portulaca lanuginosa,
Portulaca caulerpoides,
Portulaca cyanosperma,
Portulaca hawaiiensis,
Portulaca lutea,
Portulaca sclerocarpa,
Portulaca smallii,
Portulaca suffrutescens,
Portulaca villosa,
Portulaca philippii,
Portulaca pilosissima,
Portulaca tingoensis,