Iberodes linifolia (syn. Omphalodes linifolia), also known as Venus's navelwort, white-flower navelwort and petite bourrache, is an annual species of flowering plant native Southwestern Europe, but has naturalized elsewhere in Europe, North Africa, North America and Chile. The plant is small, growing to 30–40 cm (12–16 in) tall by 15 cm (6 in) wide, with blue-green foliage and tiny white or off-white flowers in Spring and Summer. It is distributed throughout dry open areas in full sun. The Latin specific epithet linifolia means “with leaves like flax (Linum)”.Under the name Omphalodes linifolia, this plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Venus's navelwort is fairly disease-resistant and generally not prone to illness. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections are ordinarily mild. Regarding care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also encourage flowering. Venus's navelwort is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need extra attention if kept indoors.
How to keep Omphalodes Linifolia.
Light
Venus's navelwort comes from bright, open habitats where it does best in full sun. It will tolerate partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This annual and biennial plant is recognized for its sun-loving habit.
Temperature
Venus's navelwort can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be limited by various combinations of water and heat conditions. It performs best in warm summer climates with adequate rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or sustained high temperatures can raise the likelihood of Venus's navelwort dying. In winter, proper protection from the cold can increase the plant's survival rate.
Fertilizer
When most of Venus's navelwort flowers have fully opened, resume fertilizing. At the height of bloom, apply fertilizer every three to four weeks, weather permitting. Then, once the plant begins producing fewer new flowers, discontinue fertilizing; there's no point in feeding it when it can no longer form additional blooms.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Omphalodes
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 25 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 15 cm to 30 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Gray, Silver
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- Spain, Portugal, France
Other names.
