Where found:

• Montane to alpine, stream sides, damp, shady places
  
• From 700 to 1400 metres above sea level
  

• Tussock like plant with large (500 mm-2m x 20-40 mm) silvery leaves, leaves covered in scales that form a while fur
  
• Strong, sweet scented flowers, flowering from November to January
  
• Red berries, 8 mm across