Purslane Family (Noun)
Meaning
Family of usually succulent herbs; cosmopolitan in distribution especially in Americas.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The purslane family is a diverse group of plants found in many parts of the world, particularly in the Americas.
- Some species of the purslane family have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
- The purslane family is typically characterized by their succulent stems and leaves, which allow them to thrive in dry environments.
- Portulaca, also known as moss rose, is a popular ornamental plant that belongs to the purslane family.
- The purslane family has been a subject of interest for botanists due to its unique properties and adaptations.