Cassinia quinquefaria, commonly known as Cough Bush or Dusty Miller, is a deciduous shrub native to a variety of habitats including grasslands, open woodlands, and forest margins in eastern Australia and Victoria. It typically grows to a height of 1–3 m (3 ft 3 in – 9 ft 10 in) and is characterized by its narrow, linear leaves that are covered with glandular hairs, giving them a sticky texture. The foliage often has a silvery appearance due to the dense covering of hairs. Creamy-white flowers are borne in dense panicles and bloom mainly in summer and autumn, providing a showy display that can attract pollinators.

Cassinia quinquefaria is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in a range of soil types, making it a versatile choice for low-maintenance gardens, native plantings, and restoration projects. It is also used as a filler in mixed borders and can be pruned to form a dense hedge. This shrub prefers full sun to part shade. It is adaptable to soils with medium drainage but can tolerate periods of dryness.CC BY-SA 4.0