Portulaca lutea
Pourpier
Pokea (FP)

Common Purslane
Interesting facts
These small plants often grow on sand bars. They are resistant to salt water and flower year round. This plant has edible leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked.
Family | Portulaca |
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Biogeographical status | Native |
Life form | Shrub |
Abundance on Tetiaroa | Common |
Ecosystem on Tetiaroa | Beach |
sources
legend
S: Society | T: Tuamotu | M: Marquesas | G: Gambier | A: Australs | FP: French Polynesia