Although it’s known as a weed in many cultures, purslane is a highly nutritious, leafy green vegetable. It’s chock full of antioxidants, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, and beneficial plant compounds.

A garden invader is Purslane. This “weed” is a low growing succulent with a red stem, green tear drops shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. Since it’s invasive, it spreads out like a small rug.

A closeup of the Purslane plant with yellow flowers budding from it. - Wimilu/Shutterstock Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) might seem harmless with its small yellow flowers, but this aggressive annual ...

Purslane such as this Mojave Mixed selection, thrive in patio containers and hanging baskets that take advantage of their spreading and trailing growth characteristics. Gary Bachman MSU Extension ...

Learn how to grow purslane, a drought-tolerant, edible succulent rich in omega-3s and vitamins, with tips for planting, ...

You’re probably already growing purslane. That could be good or bad. Originally from India and the Middle East, this green succulent has long been a reliable food source for foraging humans. The ...

Purslane is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids. Wondering about the many purslane health benefits? The purslane omega 3 content is high for a tasty, easy-to-grow weed. Common in our yards but ...

Q: I have a weed in my garden that the plant ID app on my phone says is common purslane. What is up with this weed? I pull it out and hoe it up and it reappears. I never see it flower. How is it ...

Returning to one of my gardens after being away for a week, I noticed there were a lot of weeds that had spread over the space. I thoroughly hoed the garden before I went away the previous week, but I ...