How much sun does Wingpod Purslane need?

Wingpod Purslane grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Wingpod Purslane bloom?

Wingpod Purslane blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.

Where is Wingpod Purslane native?

Wingpod Purslane (Portulaca umbraticola) is native to AL, AR, AZ, GA and 7 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Wingpod Purslane attract?

Wingpod Purslane draws bees and beetles.

Is Wingpod Purslane HOA-friendly?

Wingpod Purslane takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Wingpod Purslane

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Portulaca umbraticola

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Wingpod Purslane (Portulaca umbraticola) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

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

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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.

Common questions

How much sun does Wingpod Purslane need?: Wingpod Purslane grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Wingpod Purslane bloom?: Wingpod Purslane blooms in May, June, July, August, and September.
Where is Wingpod Purslane native?: Wingpod Purslane (Portulaca umbraticola) is native to AL, AR, AZ, GA and 7 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Wingpod Purslane attract?: Wingpod Purslane draws bees and beetles.
Is Wingpod Purslane HOA-friendly?: Wingpod Purslane takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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