Geum talbotianum is a small conspicuous herb characterized by broad kidney shaped leaves (5–10 cm wide) which are wrinkled on the upper surface.

The leaves are covered in a layer of fine hairs and protrude on stalks from the base of the plant.

[1] Flowers are large (4–5 cm across) and white, appearing on the ends of long peduncles in late December to early March.

[2] Fruits are a red, fleshy berry[3][4] The distributional range of G. talbotianum is limited to high alpine areas in Southwest Tasmania.

[2] Here it can be found sheltering from the harsh weather in cracks and crevices provided by rocky outcrops.