It is celebrated for its long, slender, teardrop-shaped green leaves heavily dusted with shimmering silver variegation. It stays compact, making it perfect for shelves or hanging baskets. When exposed to bright, indirect light, the leaves may develop natural purplish or reddish spots and streaks—a healthy plant response known as "sun stress".It is an easy bloomer that produces clusters of tiny, star-shaped, hairy white-to-pale pink flowers. The blooms have recurved edges and a light, sweet fragrance.