Sea thrift, Sea pink, Cliff rose
Armeria maritima
Family: Plumbaginaceae
What it is like
A perennial plant. It grows 15-30 cm high. The leaves are linear and dark green. The flowers are in heads 2.5 cm across and held well above the leaves.
There are about 80 Armeria species. The Plumbaginaceae usually grow near sea coasts.
Where it is found
A temperate plant. It is frost hardy. It grows near the coast and in mountain areas. It needs well-drained soil. It is resistant to drought. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 3,200 m above sea level. It suits hardiness zones 4-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Australia, Britain, Chile, Europe (country/location of origin), Falklands, Netherlands, Slovenia, South America, Spain, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves, roots
How it is grown
It can be grown by dividing clumps.
Its other names
Local names
Obmorski pečnik