Portulaca molokiniensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 24"
W: 24"

planting zones

1-12

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Portulaca molokiniensis plant details

Portulaca molokiniensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - shade and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Portulaca molokiniensis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: portulacaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Portulaca molokiniensis

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Portulaca molokiniensis is a rare flowering succulent ground cover endemic to the Hawaiian Islands where it is listed as an endangered species. Known as 'ihi, the yellow flowers resemble miniature roses. The flowers close at night and on shady days. It forms a very small upright shrub with unusual, stacked, emerald green, succulent foliage.