Purslane is related to the flower of the same name. It is a severe weed pest in vegetable crops and newly seeded turf. It is an annual and produces numerous seeds. Is it true that the flower only opens at night? The tender young tips are a good addition to a salad.
Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension
Photo by Dr. John Meade, weed scientist emeritus
Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension