purslane

Question

I was researching purlsane Portulaca oleracea and it says it is native to Asia but I’m quite sure its native to Australia?

Thanks 🙂

Answer 1

According to the Australian Native Plant Society, purslane is native to Australia. However, it is also native to Asia.

Here are a couple of articles you might find helpful:

http://anpsa.org.au/p-ole.html

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/purslane/edible-purslane-herb.htm