Purslane or Golden purslane
Portulaca oleracea var. sativa
Family: Portulacaceae
What it is like
A sprawling annual plant. It grows to 30 cm high. The thick leaves occur in rings or rosettes. They are succulent and bright green. This is the cultivated selection.
There are about 200 Portulaca species. They are mostly in the tropics and subtropics. It is a cultivated food plant.
Where it is found
It can be grown in tropical and temperate places. It is damaged by frost.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Balkans, Macedonia
How it is used for food
The young leaves are picked and can be cooked like spinach.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Seed are sown where plants are to grow. Plants should be about 15 cm apart.