Jacobaea maritima
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Dusty-miller
- Plant type
- Flowering ornamentals
- Growth habit
- Bush
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low
- Temperature
- Cool
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Coastal regions of Europe
- Toxic to pets
- Mildly toxic
- Toxic to people
- Mildly toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Jacobaea maritima is
Jacobaea maritima is a perennial bush known for its woolly, silver-white foliage. You will recognize it by the deeply lobed leaves that look like velvet.
You keep this plant in the sun where it stays dry. It adds a neutral, textured element to your space while asking for very little in return.
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The plant contains sesquiterpene lactones which can cause skin irritation upon contact or gastrointestinal distress if ingested.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Jacobaea maritima
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Classical era
Coastal roots
People in the Mediterranean first encountered this plant growing along rocky sea cliffs. It was known for its ability to thrive in poor, salty soil.
- 18th century
Garden adoption
Gardeners began selecting the plant for its silver foliage. It moved from wild coastal banks into cultivated borders.
- 19th century
Formal bedding
The plant became a common feature in structured garden designs. You would find it planted in patterns to provide a stark contrast against green plants.
- Present day
Low-water interest
You choose this plant now for its resilience in dry settings. It remains a steady companion for sunny spots where other plants might wither.
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Frequently asked about Jacobaea maritima
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Jacobaea maritima?
Jacobaea maritima is a species in the Jacobaea genus. Commonly known as Dusty-miller, a flowering ornamentals, and with a bush growth habit. Native to Coastal regions of Europe.
How do you care for Jacobaea maritima?
Reference care guidance for Jacobaea maritima: full sun light, low watering, cool temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Jacobaea maritima?
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What else is Jacobaea maritima called?
Jacobaea maritima is also known as Jacobaea maritima.
Where can I see real photos of Jacobaea maritima?
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