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what is this little plant? #928470

Asked April 15, 2026, 12:16 PM EDT

When I stopped using weed killer this small leaves low growth plant is growing n patches in my yard. It isn't creeping Charley or traditional purslane. It looks like oregano.

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

It’s difficult to tell since the plant in the photos is wet. Are the leaves thick like a succulent?

If so, it is common purslane.

https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/common-purslane-portulaca-oleracea/

Deb Reierson Replied April 15, 2026, 1:04 PM EDT

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what is this little plant? #928470

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