Season Window
01 Nov – 31 MarDamp stone walls, shaded rock crevices and old masonry
Winter wall leaves
Navelwort
Umbilicus rupestris
A small plant in stone reminds us how much life a wall can hold.
Harvest
How we meet this plant
Do not pull from old walls or rare colonies; observe the plant and protect its masonry habitat.
Preparation
At the kitchen table
Historically noted for external use; this profile is for observation rather than home treatment.
Community Use
Why we teach it
Useful for noticing microhabitats and respecting old walls as living places.
Safety
Evidence for medicinal use is limited. Avoid applying wild plants to broken skin without professional advice.