It is native to the western United States, where it is known from a small area in Oregon and Nevada.

[1] This annual herb produces erect white to pale green stems up to 40 centimeters tall.

Each has five oval or round petals up to 1.5 centimeters long which are yellow, sometimes with a red spot at the base.

[2] Associated plants include Senecio ertterae, Trifolium owyheense, and Phacelia lutea.

[1][3] Threats to this rare plant include mining, recreational activity, off-road vehicles, and road construction.