Was Ist Portulaca Oleracea?

Common purslane, Portulaca oleracea, is a highly variable, weedy plant in the purslane family (Portulacaceae) with a wide distribution. ... It has been grown for more than 4,000 years as a food and medicinal plant and is still cultivated in many places today. Common purslane is a low-growing plant with succulent leaves.

Where can I find Portulaca oleracea?

Portulaca oleracea is a species which occurs world wide and which has escaped from cultivation in parts of Australia. It is generally regarded a weed but, none the less, it is an Australian native plant.

Is Portulaca oleracea toxic?

Portulaca oleracea is moderately toxic based on the LD50-values obtained by applying the three methods, according to WHO classification.

James H. Sterling

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