Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
chloranthus
ID:
416146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. & Sartori ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 768 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415478

Common Names

  • Umbilicus chloranthus
  • Green Navelwort
  • Navelwort

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Synonyms

  • Cotyledon chlorantha Halácsy [unknown]

Description

Umbilicus chloranthus (also called Green Navelwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a short rhizome and a single leaf. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and rocky areas. It grows in sunny, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Umbilicus chloranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and indigestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Umbilicus chloranthus is yellow with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Umbilicus chloranthus is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Umbilicus chloranthus

Umbilicus chloranthus is native to Europe and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Umbilicus chloranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Umbilicus chloranthus?

Umbilicus chloranthus

What is the family of Umbilicus chloranthus?

Crassulaceae

Where is Umbilicus chloranthus found?

Umbilicus chloranthus is found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Morocco.

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Joseph Sartori (1809-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sartori' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:276939-1: Based on the initial data import