Claytonia sibirica syn. Montia sibirica
Pink Purslane
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Claytonia sibirica syn. Montia sibirica.
Plant photos
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The growth habit of Claytonia sibirica.
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Claytonia sibirica in flower.
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Common names
3 names · 3 languages- EnglishYour language
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- Pink Purslane
Other languages (2)
- Dutch
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- Winterpostelein
- French
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- Claytonie de Sibérie
Sources & name notes
Names recorded in our plant catalogue, grouped by language. Usage can vary by region.
General information
Accepted in the cited taxonomic treatment. Botanical references may use alternative names.
Sources [1]Plant characteristics
Growing conditions
Moist, Well-drained
Sand (light) Clay (heavy) Loam (medium)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun, Shade
Uses
Leaves
Ground cover
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They usually have a fairly neutral taste, which becomes more pronounced when cooked. They are also a nice addition to salads. The leaves have a slightly earthy aftertaste, similar to raw beets. They are available year-round, but in the summer they can be a bit more bitter, especially if the plant grows in a hot, dry spot. Although the leaves are on the small side, they are produced abundantly and are easy to harvest.
Harvest
Sources and references
References for the information marked with source numbers on this page.
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
World Checklist of Vascular Plants, version 16, extracted 4 June 2026
Relevant sections
- Taxonomy: WCVP version 16, wcvp_names.csv: Claytonia sibirica L., name ID 2725259, row 773899; Montia sibirica (L.) Howell, name ID 2508950, row 1347702
- Botanical family: WCVP v16, wcvp_names.csv row 1347613; name ID 2724990; Claytonia L.. Family column.
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