The species can be found in north-eastern Queensland to northern New South Wales, Papua New Guinea, Solomons, Vanuatu and New Caledonia.

The "leaf-shaped" forewings are grey-brown and show a distinctive white or yellow marking which varies somewhat among populations.

The ventral side of the forewing has a discal, dark-brown patch containing three white spots.

Early instars of the caterpillar are dull brown, but green individuals are also observed.

[1] The following subspecies are known:[2] The larvae feed on Menispermaceae species, including Carronia multisepala and Pycnarrhena australiana.