Jaumea carnosa (Marsh Jaumea)

Jan 17

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Jaumea carnosa
Marsh Jaumea

Characteristics

Height: 3 - 4 in

Width: Spreads by rhizomes

Hardiness: Very hardy

Natural Setting: Salt marshes and bases of sea cliffs³

Plant Type: Perennial, Groundcover

Dormancy: Evergreen

Form: Spreading

Flower Season: Spring-Summer

Soil: Adaptable as long as it receives sufficient moisture

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Water Requirements: Moderate

Overview

With it’s succulent leaves and cute yellow flowers this plant resembles an ice plant but without the invasive qualities of non-native ice plant species. Typically found in salt marshes, this plant does not require salt nor marsh like conditions to thrive. It is very drought tolerant and spreads readily by rhizomes in the garden. Good for stabilization.

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