Wingpod purslane
Portulaca umbraticola
Family: Portulacaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows each year from seeds. The seeds are sword shaped. They are 203 cm long by 1.6 cm wide. It has wings around the rim of the capsule.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 800 m above sea level in Mexico.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Paraguay, North America, South America, Tuvalu, West Indies
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked and eaten.
The leaves are enjoyed.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Plants grow from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Flor de un dia, Guaro, Major-gomes, Verdolaga
Synonyms
Portulaca coronata Small; and others