Umbilicus chloranthus, the Green Venus' Navel, is a compact succulent with distinctive rosettes of fleshy leaves, native to the Mediterranean region.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers several hours of bright, indirect sunlight daily. Protect from intense, direct afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Allow soil to dry out completely
25% intensity
Avoid overwatering; susceptible to root rot.
well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Infrequent feeding
10% intensity
Feed once in spring with a diluted succulent fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing during dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
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. Umbilicus chloranthus prefers a dry environment and is susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Water sparingly, especially during its dormant period in winter, ensuring excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Pruning is minimal for Umbilicus chloranthus. Remove any dead, damaged, or discolored leaves as needed. Pinching back flower stalks after blooming can encourage tidier growth, but is not essential for plant health.
Propagate Umbilicus chloranthus from offsets or leaf cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Offsets can be carefully separated and planted directly into their own pots.
Repot only when the plant becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix formulated for succulents. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Green Venus' Navel (Umbilicus chloranthus) is found
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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 chloranthus |
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