Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
gaditanus
ID:
416149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 58 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415481

Common Names

  • Umbilicus gaditanus
  • Gibraltar Navelwort
  • Navelwort

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus horizontalis gaditanus (Boiss.) Losa & Rivas Goday [unknown]
  • Umbilicus rupestris gaditanus (Boiss.) O.Bolòs, X.Font & X.Pons [unknown]
  • Umbilicus giganteus Batt. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon font-queri (Maire & Sennen) Sennen & Mauricio [unknown]
  • Cotyledon gaditana (Boiss.) Pau [unknown]

Description

Umbilicus gaditanus (also called Spanish 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 Spain and is found in grasslands and rocky areas. It grows in sunny, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Umbilicus gaditanus 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 gaditanus 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 gaditanus 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 gaditanus

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

Umbilicus gaditanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Umbilicus gaditanus?

Umbilicus gaditanus

What is the family of Umbilicus gaditanus?

Crassulaceae

Where is Umbilicus gaditanus found?

Umbilicus gaditanus is found in Spain.

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,