Portulaca is widely consumed as an edible plant, and in some areas it is invasive. Portulaca grandiflora is a well-known ornamental garden plant. Purslanes are relished by chickens. Some Portulaca species are used as food plants by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species including the nutmeg moth (Hadula trifolii).
How to Grow Portulaca.
- Light. Give portulaca full sun. The plants are very tolerant of high heat. …
- Soil. Portulaca plants are happy in average or sandy soil that drains easily. …
- Water. Don’t water too heavily or too often. …
- Fertilize. Fertilize lightly when portulacas show new growth.
