Winter purslane
Claytonia perfoliata
Winter purslane is a plant which belongs to the Claytonia genus. The origin of this plant's scientific name epithet (perfoliata) means 'with the leaf surrounding the stem'.
Tender juicy leaves with a very mild flavor. Nice in a salad with stronger-flavored greens. Early leaves are heart shaped, while mature leaves are rounded and wrapped around the stem. An excellent Winter crop rich in Vitamin C. Adapts well to greenhouses, or extra-early spring sowing. Eat entire plant, stems, flowers, and all
It is an edible vegetable that typically grows as an annual, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of a single year.As Winter purslane is a low maintanence plant, it is great for beginner gardeners and those that like gardens that don't need much overseeing.
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How to grow Winter purslane
Growing Winter purslane from seed
Transplanting Winter purslane
Grows through winter and spring and tolerates heavy shade.
Companion plants for Winter purslane
These plants have been known to grow well alongside Winter purslane so consider planting:
Repellent plants for Winter purslane
These plants will not grow well with Winter purslane so avoid planting these within close proximity:
Common Winter purslane problems
These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Winter purslane plants:
Winter purslane Folklore & Trivia
Used in California gold rushes as a prevention for scurvy
Other names for Winter purslane
Miner's lettuce, Spring beauty, Indian lettuce
Claytonia perfoliata Donn ex Willd. ssp. intermontana John M. Mill. & K.L. Chambers
