This widespread species exists as a shrub to small tree that can be found from coastal dry forests to subalpine shrublands at over 8,000 ft. elevation. The leaves are typically 3-lobed and are dull greenish-gray, darker on the top than the bottom. When crushed, the leaves can produce varying degrees of fish-like aromatics, hence the shared name with the fish, ‘āweoweo. In the landscape, ‘āweoweo can be used as a container, accent, ground cover, or hedge. Trimming back of the inflorescence will promote thicker leaves. Once established, ‘āweoweo does not require watering unless experiencing drought for several months. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and drought, wind, salt spray, and heat tolerant.