Jupiter's Beard

Did you know

• Jupiter's Beard thrives in poor soils and can often be seen growing out of old stone walls and ruins across Europe.
• Despite its name, the plant has no mythological connection to the Roman god Jupiter; the name likely refers to its bushy flower clusters.
• The young leaves were historically eaten as salad greens in parts of Italy and France.
• It is an important nectar source for butterflies and moths, especially painted ladies and hummingbird hawk-moths.
• This plant can self-seed so prolifically that it is considered invasive in parts of Australia and California.

Color meanings

Uses

• ornamental borders
• butterfly gardens
• wall gardens
• edible greens