Hampshire-purslane
Ludwigia palustris
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
4"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 37 more states
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Hampshire-purslane is a low-growing native wetland plant that forms spreading mats in moist to wet soils. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers from July through September and thrives in partial sun conditions. This plant requires consistently high moisture and is best suited for bog gardens, rain gardens, or naturalized wet areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hampshire-purslane takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Requires very wet conditions that may appear problematic
- Low spreading growth habit can look weedy
- Inconspicuous flowers provide minimal ornamental value
Wildlife value
While specific pollinator data is limited, this native wetland plant likely supports small native bees and other moisture-loving insects during its summer bloom period.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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