Rose Moss

Description:

Portulaca pilosa is a species of flowering plant in the purslane family, Portulacaceae, that is native to the Americas. Its range extends from the southern United States and the Caribbean as far south as Brazil. It is a succulent with linear leaves and pink flowers.

Habitat:

Portulaca pilosa is a pantropical species native to Asia. In the Americas P. pilosa can be found in Mexico, West indies, Central America, and as far south in South America as Brazil. And in the United States, they are typically concentrated in the southern parts such as Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Mississippi among other states. This one was photographed in an open, sandy area at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park near Augusta, GA.

Notes:

It has been said that the species of Portulaca pilosa in Brazil has been used as a traditional remedy to cause diuresis, antipyresis and analgesia. Studies have shown that it's extracts have renal effects. It's also called Rose Purslane.