Perennials, 20-70 cm. Stems glabrous or sparsely hirsute. Leaves: basal withering by flowering; cauline faces glabrous or glabrate.

Flowering Jun-Aug(-sporadically year-round); salt marshes, disturbed areas of beaches; of conservation concern; ca. 0-10 m; B.C.

Variety glaber is known from Vancouver Island. It apparently can bloom sporadically all year.