The stems and leaves are hairy. Leaves are oval shaped, lobed and about 30-40 mm long. The flowers are usually white with red streaks and occur on long stalks in groups of up to 12 flowers. Although not widely cultivated, P.australe would be an attractive plant for a rockery or container. It is hardy in a range of soils and prefers full sun or light shade.
Propagation is easy from cuttings.
Seed should also be successful but is rarely available. You may have reached this description from one of several different sources.