Desert Horsepurslane (Trianthema Portulacastrum) is a annual, perennial herb in the Aizoaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Mat-forming, semi-succulent annual or perennial herb with diffusely branched stems and tiny pink to purplish solitary flowers in leaf axils.

Desert Horsepurslane
Trianthema Portulacastrum
Mat-forming, semi-succulent annual or perennial herb with diffusely branched stems and tiny pink to purplish solitary flowers in leaf axils.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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