Sea-purslane

An important sand stabilizer in the pioneer zone of beach dunes and can tolerate occasional flooding by sea water.



Use as a groundcover in moist coastal settings.

Tolerant of frequent or regular inundation (usually areas with tidal inundation)



High. Can tolerate significant and ongoing amounts of salty wind and salt spray without injury.

Coastal forests, coastal dunes.

• Showy flowers, Interesting foliage
• Nectar plant for Miami blue (Cyclargus thomasi bethunebakeri) butterflies (USFWS, Federal Register, 2011-08-10 )
• Attracts native bees including metallic bees.