Navelwort
Umbilicus rupestris
Navelwort has fleshy, round leaves with a central dimple. Its tall flower spikes bear small, greenish-white, bell-like blooms. On Lihou, look for it in damp crevices of walls or shaded rock faces; the leaves often appear fresh and slightly translucent, even in drier spells.
- Habitat: Shaded rocks, walls, damp crevices.
- When to See: Leaves visible year-round; flowers in late spring to early summer.
- Length: Flower stalks can reach 10–30 cm; leaves are typically 2–5 cm across.