Calandrinia ciliata is an annual herb which varies greatly in size from a small patch a few centimeters wide to an erect form approaching tall. The linear or lance-shaped leaves are long and slightly succulent in texture. The
inflorescence is a
raceme bearing flowers on short
pedicels. The flower has usually five deep pink to red petals, each up to in length. There are two
sepals at the base beneath the petals. This is a hardy plant well adapted to many habitats and climate types. Where it is an
introduced species, it is known as a minor weed. ==References==