2 varieties with 1 or possibly both varieties in Victoria. Enchylaena tomentosa var. glabra is widespread in New South Wales and may be present in north-west Victoria. The leaves and branches of Enchylaena tomentosa var. glabra are glabrous or have minute and sparse appressed hairs whereas Enchylaena tomentosa var. tomentosa has villous leaves and tomentose branches. Profile for Enchylaena tomentosa var. tomentosa is provided under subspecies.