Wingpod Purslane

Wingpod Purslane Care

Portulaca umbraticola

What is the plant

Wingpod Purslane is a captivating succulent that can bring a unique touch to your home. It's hassle-free to look after and can thrive both indoors and outdoors in containers. Plus, it's a champ at handling drought.

Portulaca umbraticola hails from the desert regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico, part of the Portulacaceae family. Identification of this resilient plant is easy: just look for its distinct winged leaves, light green with striking red veins. Its Latin name, Portulaca umbraticola, translates to "shade-loving," which suits its partial shade preference in the wild. This low-maintenance succulent can spruce up any space, indoors or out, with minimal fuss.

humidity

Normal

lighting

Full Sun

temperature

20°C - 35°C

hardiness zone

2 - 11

difficulty

Easy

hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
To hit the watering sweet spot, drench the soil until water trickles from the container's drainage holes. Hold back on the watering frequency and let the soil dry out between drinks.
Pruning
Trim away dead or injured leaves and stems, and thin out crowded areas. This keeps it looking sharp and encourages fresh growth.
Fertilizer
Don't overdo the fertilizer – too much can make the plant stretch out and lose its attractive form. So, use it in moderation.

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Sunlight
Wingpod Purslane thrives in full sun, but this plant can survive dappled sunlight. For indoor cultivation, ample lighting is necessary. Make sure to turn the plant around now and then to give all of its leaves equal exposure to light.
Soil
Wingpod Purslane is all about well-draining, sandy soil with a neutral pH.
Propagation
You can easily propagate this succulent by taking cuttings from its stems and leaves. Plant them in sandy soil, and they should develop roots in about two weeks.

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Temperature
It's quite chill when it comes to temperature because it’s comfortable within the range of 60-90°F (15-32°C).
Container
When potting this plant, opt for well-draining soil with a touch of organic goodness. You can give it the slight acidity it likes by mixing in some compost or organic material.
Fun fact
This plant packs a punch in the health department. It's loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, typically found in seafood like salmon. It also serves up a healthy dose of calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, and potassium.