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Pink purslane "Siberian Miner's Lettuce" Portulacaceae (Purslane Family) An annual or short lived perennial, growing to a height of 10 - 35 cm. Description
Habitat Native to much of western North America; Alaska south through British Columbia to California, east to Montana and Utah; in the moist rich soil conditins, in open to shady woods from the lowlands to moderate mountain elevations. Notes The Pink Purslane may be used as a lettuce or spinach substitute in salads. The leaves, stems, and flowers may all be eaten. All parts are high in vitamins A & C.
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