Navelwort (Umbilicus rupestris)
Care, watering, light and tips for Navelwort on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 14 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
About Navelwort
Umbilicus rupestris, commonly known as Navelwort, is a perennial succulent plant belonging to the Crassulaceae family, characterized by its fleshy, rounded, concave leaves resembling a navel. It produces erect flowering stems with small yellowish-green flowers. It is ideal for rockeries, stone walls, or as an outdoor potted plant, adding a rustic and natural touch.
Native range
Mediterranean region, including Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Care tips
It prefers bright indirect light or partial shade, avoiding intense direct sun during the hottest parts of the day, especially in warm climates. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot; it is very sensitive to overwatering. Use a well-draining substrate, ideally a cactus and succulent mix. A common mistake is overwatering, which can be fatal for this species.