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Sun Rose
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Portulaca oleracea

Sun RoseSucculent

Portulaca oleracea is a succulent plant in the family Portulacaceae. All parts of the plant are edible raw or cooked.

FamilyPortulacaceae
GenusPortulaca
NativeAfrica
LifespanAnnual or perennial (species-dependent)

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting and storage guidance for Sun Rose.

What to Harvest

Sun Rose

Harvest guidance is being verified.

When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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