Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Portulacaceae

Genus:

Portulaca

Species:

Portulaca amilis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, sunny areas with poor soil