Purslane is called ilenjane in Zulu.
Additional information about purslane:
Purslane is a fast-growing annual plant with succulent leaves and stems.
It's also known as garden purslane, little hogweed, pusley, and wild portulaca.
Purslane is used as a vegetable source of omega-3 fatty acids and is high in vitamins and minerals.
It has anti-inflammatory activity.
Purslane is used for cooking or used as a pickle.
It's used for treatment of burns, headache, and diseases related to the intestine, liver, stomach, cough, shortness of breath, and arthritis.
Purslane has been suggested to have roles in asthma, dyslipidemia, constipation, and type 2 diabetes, among other conditions.
