Genus Armeria, commonly known as thrift, is a group of herbaceous plants that belong to the family Plumbaginaceae. This genus is native to the Northern Hemisphere and includes over 80 recognized species. Some common synonyms for the Genus Armeria include Sea Pink, Cushion Pink, and Thriftwort. These plants are known for their attractive clumps of long, narrow green leaves and showy globular flower heads held on sturdy stems. The flowers of this genus come in various shades of pink, white, and red, and bloom in spring and summer. Some notable species of the Genus Armeria include Armeria maritima, Armeria pseudarmeria, and Armeria juniperifolia.