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Giant Purslane

Portulaca werdermannii, Portulacaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Narrow-angled CereusCereus stenogonus
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Desert Horse PurslaneTrianthema portulacastrum

Both are succulent ground covers that compete intensively for space, water, and light resources

Uses

Functions

Ground CoverFood ProductionErosion ControlLiving Mulch

Edible Parts

LeavesStemsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingDigestive

Common Questions

What zones does Giant Purslane grow in?

Giant Purslane grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Giant Purslane?

Good companions for Giant Purslane include Narrow-angled Cereus.

Design guilds with Giant Purslane and see companion relationships visually.

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