It is native to the western United States where it is found in a variety of habitats, particularly in dry areas such as deserts.

It may be a low clumping plant or a sprawling shrub to one and a half meters in height and width.

It has small, woolly leaves with rolled edges scattered about its branches.

The upper portion of the plant makes up its inflorescence, which often has a flat top.

The tiny clustered flowers are white to yellow or sometimes pinkish.