[1] Other common names include Italian strawflower and immortelle.

The stems are woody at the base and can reach 60 centimetres (24 in) or more in height.

Rather, it has a resinous, somewhat bitter aroma reminiscent of sage or wormwood.

Its young shoots and leaves are used in a stew of Mediterranean meat, fish, or vegetable dishes until they have imparted their flavour and removed before serving.

It is propagated by rooting semi-hardwood cuttings in summer and overwintering in frost-free conditions.