: any of a family (Portulacaceae, the purslane family) of cosmopolitan usually succulent herbs
especially
: a fleshy-leaved trailing plant (Portulaca oleracea) with tiny yellow flowers that is a common troublesome weed but is sometimes eaten as a potherb or in salads
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Closely analyzing purslane leaves, the study reveals that the C4 and CAM pathways are fully combined within the purslane plant, operating together in the same cells to provide a high degree of drought protection.
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 5 Aug. 2022
Other powerhouse ingredients like purslane, astaxanthin, coenzyme Q10, glutathione and bamboo extract are known for their potent skincare benefits.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Zero flakes or buildup and the cleanest feeling scalp ever.
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Serum
Dr. Barbara Sturm's powerful antiaging cocktail uses unique ingredients like skullcap and purslane (rich in omega-3 fatty acids) to lock-in moisture.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
The greens typically called weeds that get ripped out of backyards make a delicious salad and can be a bold garnish — think of purslane, or wood sorrel.
—Sean Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Nov. 2023
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 5 Aug. 2022
Other powerhouse ingredients like purslane, astaxanthin, coenzyme Q10, glutathione and bamboo extract are known for their potent skincare benefits.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Zero flakes or buildup and the cleanest feeling scalp ever.
4/29
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Serum
Dr. Barbara Sturm's powerful antiaging cocktail uses unique ingredients like skullcap and purslane (rich in omega-3 fatty acids) to lock-in moisture.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
The greens typically called weeds that get ripped out of backyards make a delicious salad and can be a bold garnish — think of purslane, or wood sorrel.
—Sean Sherman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Nov. 2023
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“Purslane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/purslane. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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