Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
intermedius
ID:
416041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 769 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415373

Common Names

  • Intermediate Navelwort
  • Middle Navelwort
  • Intermediate Umbilicus

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus lineolatus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Umbilicus horizontalis intermedius (Boiss.) Chamberlain [unknown]
  • Cotyledon intermedia Bornm. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon intermedia Pamp. [unknown]
  • Umbilicus pendulinus intermedius (Boiss.) Post [unknown]

Description

Umbilicus intermedius (also called Intermediate Navelwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is an evergreen perennial with succulent leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Umbilicus intermedius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Umbilicus intermedius is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, short, broad leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Umbilicus intermedius is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Umbilicus intermedius

Umbilicus intermedius is native to Europe.

Umbilicus intermedius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Umbilicus intermedius?

Umbilicus intermedius

What is the common name of Umbilicus intermedius?

Navelwort

What is the habitat of Umbilicus intermedius?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas

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,