Platysace commutata is a heath-like shrub with rod-like branches[2] that typically grows to a height of 10–50 cm (3.9–19.7 in).

[4][5] In 1939, Cecil Norman transferred the species to the genus Platysace as P. commutata in the Journal of Botany, British and Foreign.

[6] The specific epithet (commutata) means "changed" or "altered", referring to the variable leaf forms.

[7] Often found among quartzite rocks on hilltops and summits, P. commutata is distributed widely but with a scattered population in the Avon Wheatbelt, Esperance Plains, Geraldton Sandplains, Jarrah Forest and Mallee bioregions of south-western Western Australia.

[3] Platysace commutata is listed as "not threatened" by the Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.