| Plant: A succulent annual found in early spring, branching from the base, a few inches to a foot tall. Shoots and leaves are used as greens by some people. |  |
| Flowers: Small, white to pink on the stem above the leaf, petals 1/8 to 3/16 inches long. |  |
| Leaf: Two kinds of leaves, lower leaves have long leaf stems and the upper leaves form a circular disk around the stem, 3/8 to 3 1/4 inches across. |   |
| Flowering period: | February to May |
| Use by Indians: | Eaten fresh or cooked. |
| Can be found here: | Back Bay Dr. near Shellmaker Island. |
| Native Plant: Yes | Halophyte: No |
| Family Name: Purslane |
|
|
Date: 11/16/2003
|