It is endemic to Florida in the United States, where it is known only from Indian River and St. Lucie counties.

[3] This is an aromatic perennial shrub growing up to about half a meter tall, with several erect stems emerging from a woody-topped taproot.

It can be found in openings and slightly shady areas where the wind or wildfire has cleared a partial or total space in the canopy.

This habitat is becoming ever more rare today as it is consumed for development; Florida's population is growing rapidly.

[5] Invasive plant species that threaten the habitat include Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius), rosary pea (Abrus precatorius), Natal grass (Rhynchelytrum repens), and Guinea grass (Panicum maximum).