Wingpod Purslane
Portulaca umbraticola
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
2"–8" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, GA and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Wingpod purslane is a low-growing succulent annual that forms colorful mats of small, fleshy leaves. It produces cheerful flowers throughout the warm months and thrives in hot, dry conditions with minimal water requirements.
In an HOA neighborhood
Wingpod 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.
- Annual lifespan creates gaps in landscape
- Low mat-forming growth may appear weedy
- Common name includes 'purslane' which has negative associations
Wildlife value
This plant attracts bees and beetles during its long blooming period from May through September. Its nectar-rich flowers provide valuable food sources for pollinators during hot months.
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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