{"id":93024,"date":"2025-10-16T05:18:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T04:18:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/produto\/uncategorized\/ornamental-purslane-portulaca-umbraticola-10-5-cm-pot\/"},"modified":"2025-10-16T05:18:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T04:18:39","slug":"ornamental-purslane-portulaca-umbraticola-10-5-cm-pot","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/1-plants\/cacti-and-succulents-2\/ornamental-purslane-portulaca-umbraticola-10-5-cm-pot\/","title":{"rendered":"Ornamental Purslane &#8211; Portulaca umbraticola (10.5 cm pot)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Portulaca umbraticola<\/em> is a low-growing succulent with thin stems and fleshy leaves that store water, making it highly drought-tolerant. Its small, colourful flowers open during the day, especially around 11 a.m. (hence one of its common names), and close in the late afternoon or on cloudy days \u2014 a phenomenon known as &#8220;nyctinasty&#8221;. Flower colours range from yellow, pink, orange and white, making it an excellent choice to brighten up gardens, borders or hanging baskets. It\u2019s an easy-care plant with great visual impact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scientific name<\/strong>: <em>Portulaca umbraticola<\/em><br \/><strong>Common names<\/strong>: Ornamental purslane, Eleven o\u2019clock, Ornamental purslane, Mouse-love<br \/><strong>Family<\/strong>: <em>Portulacaceae<\/em><br \/><strong>Origin<\/strong>: South America (especially Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay)<br \/><strong>Climate<\/strong>: Tropical to subtropical<br \/><strong>Category<\/strong>: Outdoor plant<br \/><strong>Approximate height<\/strong>: 15cm<br \/><strong>Pot diameter<\/strong>: 10,5cm<\/p>\n<p><strong>CUIDADOS<\/strong><br \/><strong>Light<\/strong>: Prefers locations with direct sun exposure. Develops best with at least 4 to 6 hours of sun per day. In partial shade, flowering is less intense.<br \/><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Enjoys warm climates, being sensitive to intense cold. It tolerates light frosts if the roots are protected, but growth slows below 10\u00b0C.<br \/><strong>Watering<\/strong>: Regular after planting. Once established, it\u2019s drought-tolerant. During summer, should be watered whenever the soil is dry, avoiding waterlogging.<br \/><strong>Humidity<\/strong>: Adapts to moderately dry soils, as long as they are well-drained. Does not like constantly moist or waterlogged soils.<br \/><strong>Fertilising<\/strong>: Apply a balanced fertiliser or one high in phosphorus at the start of spring and repeat every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season to encourage flowering.<br \/><strong>Pruning<\/strong>: At the end of winter or after flowering periods to control growth and encourage a more compact, floriferous look. Removing dried flowers helps to prolong flowering.<br \/><strong>Life cycle<\/strong>: Annual in temperate climates; perennial in warmer regions.<br \/><strong>Soil<\/strong>: Light, well-drained substrate with a good percentage of sand or organic matter. Tolerates slightly alkaline soils.<br \/><strong>Pet Friendly<\/strong>: The leaves and flowers are edible and non-toxic to humans or pets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fun facts<\/strong>: It\u2019s known for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies, supporting garden biodiversity. It\u2019s also an edible plant, used in some cultures as a leafy green in salads or stews.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING! Representative photo \u2013 the image shown is of a stock item at the time of cataloging and serves as a reference. A planta fornecida ser\u00e1 similar \u00e0 da foto sendo que, dependendo da fase do ciclo vegetativo em que se encontre, poder\u00e1 variar na forma, apar\u00eancia ou tamanho (ex: outra tonalidade de folha, com ou sem flor\/fruto, etc). A altura referida inclui o vaso pl\u00e1stico que se v\u00ea na fotografia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Portulaca umbraticola is a low-growing succulent with thin stems and fleshy leaves that store water, making it highly drought-tolerant. Its small, colourful flowers open during the day, especially around 11 a.m. (hence one of its common names), and close in the late afternoon or on cloudy days \u2014 a phenomenon known as &#8220;nyctinasty&#8221;. 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