Miner's Lettuce
Claytonia perfoliata
Red Maids
Calandrinia ciliata
Annual herb of early spring growing from shady spots alongside boulders or rocky cliffs. Smooth, succulent leaves. Leaf below the cluster of small white flowers encircles the stem (perfoliate). Detailed Description
Succulent low-growing herb of spring with bright magenta flowers. Two sepals enclose flower bud and developing fruit. Detailed Description
Common Purslane
Portulaca oleracea
(Portulaca retusa)
Succulent, low-growing herb with yellow flowers with reddish stems. Circumscissile capsules with many seeds. Detailed Description