Portulaca heterophylla
Also known as: Portulaca mkatensis Poelln.
- Portulaca mkatensis Poelln.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Portulacaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent annual.
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Portulaca heterophylla is a succulent annual belonging to the Portulacaceae family. Originating in Africa, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Tanzania