Plant profile
Portulaca goiasensis
Portulaca goiasensis T.Vieira & A.A.Coelho
Portulaca goiasensis is an indoor plant with fleshy, colorful leaves, suitable for pot cultivation.
Open-data facts
- Climate
- Between humid tropical and arid: there is a distinct dry season.
- Origin / area
- In its natural state, it is primarily linked to: Brazil (Goiás).
- Native distribution
- It typically appears natively in: Brazil West-Central, Brazil, South America.
Recommended products for Portulaca goiasensis
Basic care
- Watering
- Space waterings out; drought beats overwatering here.
- Light
- Near a bright window, with some filtered sun.
- Temperature
- Protect from hard cold, especially in pots.
- Humidity
- No humidifier required, but a little freshness helps.
Pet toxicity
Often a safer choice in homes with pets.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q42752452) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (9360958) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (77157347-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).