Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora)
Moss rose, also known as Eleven O'Clock, Moss-Rose Purslane, Sun rose, Vietnam rose
Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora) is a decorative, semi-succulent plant originating from South America. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for various garden settings such as annual flowerbeds, containers, and hanging baskets due to its trailing growth habit. Numerous cultivars are available, offering a wide range of vibrant colors, shapes, and petal counts in the flowers.
Key Facts About Moss rose
Attributes of Moss rose
Lifespan
Annual, Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Herb
Plant Height
7 cm to 30 cm
Spread
25 cm to 37 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 6 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow Red Pink Orange Purple
Scientific Classification of Moss rose
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies
Family
Purslane
Genus
Purslanes
Species
Moss rose