The length of the leaf hairs on the prominently veined under-surfaces gives them a whitish appearance and provides a contrast with the mid or light green of the upper surfaces. The small white flowers are massed towards the ends of the branches, in the leaf axils or opposite the leaves. The individual flowers are about 1 cm in diameter. The petals have a concave base surrounding the stamens and a spathe -like lamina. In the Australian National Botanic Gardens, this plant is most floriferous during spring and summer.
Plants appear to be frost tolerant.
Cuttings taken during winter have struck reasonably well in seven or eight weeks. In the Botanic Gardens plants have attained heights of 4 - 5 m at 6 years of age. They have suckered freely and produced an effective screen. For a more compact habit, regular pruning is advised. It has grown well in both locations, although it appears more vigorous in a moist position.