Umbilicus parviflorus, Yellow Navelwort, is a charming succulent with rosette-forming leaves and delicate yellow flowers, thriving in rock gardens and arid landscapes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Prefers bright light, but avoid prolonged direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. Partial shade is ideal. Tolerates lower light conditions but may become leggy.
Infrequent, allow to dry out
25% intensity
Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Reduce watering significantly in winter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained, gritty, sandy
50% intensity
Average to warm
50% intensity
Enjoys average room temperatures between 18-24°C during the day. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter (around 10-13°C) for dormancy, but protect from frost.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Feed with a diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice during the growing season (spring/summer). Do not fertilize during dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, which is detrimental to this succulent.
Water sparingly during winter dormancy, providing just enough to prevent the rosettes from completely desiccating. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging.
Pruning is minimal for Umbilicus parviflorus. Remove any dead or dried leaves from the base of the rosette to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent potential pest issues.
If the plant becomes leggy or overgrows its pot, you can trim it back to encourage bushier growth.
Umbilicus parviflorus is easily propagated from offsets or by leaf cuttings. Gently separate offsets from the parent plant during the spring or summer.
For leaf cuttings, carefully twist off a healthy leaf and allow it to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Repot young plants annually in spring to refresh the soil and provide more space for root growth. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they outgrow their container.
Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix specifically designed for succulents and cacti.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Umbilicus |
| Species | Umbilicus parviflorus |
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