Seed Type: Desi, Native, Non-Hybrid, Open Pollinated and Non-GMO
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Common Name
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Portulaca
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Quantity
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200 Seeds |
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Germination Percentage
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85-90
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What Is Portulaca? — Know Your Flower
Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora) (పోర్ట్యులాకా in Telugu | पोर्टुलाका in Hindi) is an annual, low-growing flowering plant known for its vibrant, multi-coloured blooms. It thrives in hot, dry conditions, and its petals come in a variety of colours including red, yellow, orange, and pink. Native to South America, it has adapted beautifully to Indian climates, especially in regions with hot, dry summers. Seedvanam.
Why Portulaca Is Perfect for Indian Home Gardens
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Why Grow
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Detail
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Climate Match
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Thrives in South Indian / pan-India / hot-dry conditions
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Space
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Compact — grows in pots, grow bags, window boxes
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Season
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Best blooms in Summer and Monsoon
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Skill Level
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Easy — ideal for beginners and first-time gardeners
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Portulaca Colour Varieties Available
SeedVanam's Portulaca seeds come in Mix / Red / Pink / White / Yellow — perfect for creating a vibrant border, cottage garden, or terrace colour wall.
How to Grow Portulaca Seeds — Step-by-Step
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Step
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Action
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1. Soil Prep
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Use well-draining potting mix + compost
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2. Sowing Depth
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Sow seeds 1–2 mm deep
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3. Sowing Method
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Direct sow / seedling tray transplant
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4. Watering
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Keep moist until germination, then reduce watering
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5. Sunlight
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Full sun — minimum 4–6 hours/day
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6. Thinning
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Thin to 15–20 cm spacing once seedlings are 5–10 cm tall
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7. Blooming
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Expect first blooms in 8–10 weeks after sowing
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Sowing Calendar — Portulaca Seeds in India
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Region
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Best Sowing Season
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Bloom Season
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Hyderabad / Telangana / AP
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March–April
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May–October
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South India (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala)
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March–April
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May–October
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North India (Delhi, Punjab, UP)
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February–March
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May–August
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West India (Maharashtra, Gujarat)
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March–April
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May–October
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Portulaca — Quick Grow Facts
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Parameter
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Detail
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Botanical Name
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Portulaca grandiflora
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Telugu Name
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పోర్ట్యులాకా
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Hindi Name
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पोर्टुलाका
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Sowing Season
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March–April (for summer blooms)
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Germination
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7–10 days
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Days to First Bloom
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8–10 weeks
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Plant Height
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15–20 cm
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Best For
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Terrace, Balcony, Garden beds, Cut flowers
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Seed Type
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Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated / Desi
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Common Names of Portulaca Seeds Across India
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State/Region
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Common Name
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Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
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పోర్ట్యులాకా (Portulaca)
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Tamil Nadu
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போர்டுலாகா (Portulaca)
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Karnataka
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ಪೋರ್ಟ್ಯುಲಾಕಾ (Portulaca)
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Kerala
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പോർടുലാക്ക (Portulaca)
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Maharashtra
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Portulaca
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Gujarat
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पोर्टुलाका (Portulaca)
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North India
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Portulaca / पोर्टुलाका
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West Bengal
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পোর্টুলাকা (Portulaca)
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Odisha
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ପୋର୍ଟୁଲାକା (Portulaca)
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Why Buy Portulaca Seeds from SeedVanam?
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Desi / Non-GMO seeds — save and replant each season
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Fresh stock — sourced and packed for Indian growing conditions
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Hyderabad-based — ships pan-India, free shipping above ₹499
Frequently Asked Questions — Portulaca Seeds
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Question
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Answer
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What is Portulaca called in Telugu?
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పోర్ట్యులాకా — Portulaca
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When to sow in Hyderabad?
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March–April — thrives in hot, dry conditions
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Balcony/terrace suitable?
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Yes — needs small to medium pots
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Hybrid or desi?
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Desi, open-pollinated — seeds can be saved
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Germination time?
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7–10 days under Indian conditions
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