Water Purslane (Lythrum Portula) is a annual herb in the Lythraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lythrum portula is a creeping, mat-forming annual herb known commonly as water purslane or spatulaleaf loosestrife.

Water Purslane

Water Purslane

Lythrum Portula

Lythrum portula is a creeping, mat-forming annual herb known commonly as water purslane or spatulaleaf loosestrife.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty, boggy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Purslane

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Water Purslane
Water Purslane detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Lythraceae
Genus:Lythrum