Stems are zigzagging, branches are white and grooved when young, then turn brown and smooth as they age. Medium to dark green colored cladophylls which are clustered, cylindrical and curved. Spines are present. Axillary white flowers with orange anthers - not showy. Fruit are small orange berries.
Foliage is useful in flower arrangements.
Fine textured plant. Somewhat drought tolerant. Plant in full sun to full shade. Tender to half hardy. Useful as a small background shrub or accent.