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Moss Rose

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Portulaca spp.

Genus

Portulaca

Family

Portulacaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Moss Rose

💦 Water

How often to water your Moss Rose

Moss Rose needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Moss Rose in your home

Moss Rose love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Moss Rose does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Moss Rose in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Moss Rose

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Moss Rose: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Moss Rose after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Moss Rose is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Moss Rose →

Benefits of Growing Moss Rose →

Common Moss Rose Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Moss Rose →

Outdoor Care Guide for Moss Rose →

💦 Water Needs

Moss Rose thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Moss Rose Water Frequency →

Moss Rose Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Moss Rose requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Moss Rose Light Requirements →

Moss Rose Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Moss Rose is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Moss Rose prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Moss Rose Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Moss Rose is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Moss Rose →

Best Pots for Moss Rose →

When and How to Successfully Repot Moss Rose →

What Are Healthy Moss Rose Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Moss Rose grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Moss Rose →

🌎 Native Region

Moss Rose is native to Tropics and warm temperate regions worldwide.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Moss Rose bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Moss Rose Flowers →

Is Moss Rose an Annual Plant? →

Is Moss Rose a Perennial Plant? →

Moss Rose Pollination Guide →

Common Moss Rose Flower Problems →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Moss Rose grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Moss Rose Lifecycle →

Moss Rose Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Moss Rose →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Moss Rose can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Moss Rose Temperature Tolerance →

Moss Rose Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Moss Rose →

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Winter Care for Moss Rose →

Best Companion Plants for Moss Rose →

Is Moss Rose a Weed? →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Moss Rose. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!