1. a succulent plant with colorful flowers, commonly grown as an ornamental garden plant
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The portulaca bloomed beautifully in the sunny garden bed.
• She planted portulaca along the border because it thrives in hot, dry conditions.
• The bright pink portulaca flowers opened in the morning sun.
• Portulaca is an excellent choice for rock gardens and containers.
• The gardener recommended portulaca for areas with poor soil.
• Wild portulaca can be found growing in sandy, disturbed soils.