Purslane produces small, rose-like flowers in a wide range of colors, including shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and even multicolored varieties. The flowers open during the day and close in the evening.

Purslane leaves are succulent and cylindrical, helping the plant store water and tolerate drought conditions.

Purslane is typically low-growing and spreads along the ground, making it a popular choice for ground covers, rock gardens, and container plantings.

Purslane is heat and drought tolerant and is well-adapted to hot and arid environments, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and landscapes with limited water availability.

Purslane is relatively easy to grow, requiring well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight. It’s often used in landscapes and gardens to provide bursts of color throughout the summer.

Purslane attracts pollinators: The colorful flowers of moss rose can attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to your garden.

Purslane can often self-seed, producing new plants in the following growing season.