It produces fleshy, linear grey-green leaves reaching up to 2 cm, somewhat resembling thyme.

The species in the Frankenia pauciflora is distinguished from other members of its family by the structure of its ovaries.

[16] Due to its halophytic properties, Frankenia pauciflora’s leaves are covered in minuscule salt crystals.

[13] Var gunnii is distinguished in that they have longer, narrower leaves, and inconspicuous mid vein.

[13] Frankenia pauciflora's bark differs from its trunk versus its younger branches.

In particular, the flower of F. p. var gunnii are pollinated by insects in the order Diptera, Hymenoptera and Lepidoptera.

[17] The relative simplicity of growth and ability for the plant to adapt to a wide range of soils makes Frankenia Pauciflora an attractive choice for home gardening.

Its flame-retardant properties also provide reduced chances of bush-fire spread in risk zones such as Australia when planted surrounding homes.

Frankenia pauciflora provides shelter for many faunae as well as being a food source for a number of insects.

Its thick network of fine roots are also useful for providing stability in sediments and floodplains.