This medium size, non-registered sport of H. 'Striptease' was originated by Jan van den Top of the Netherlands. The foliage is wavy and twisted with irregular streaky foliage which changes colors as the season progresses. It bears pale lavender flowers from mid-July into August followed by viable seeds.

One source indicated that 'Playmate' may be more of a "collector's item". Those looking for a 'Striptease' type hosta should probably look at other cultivars.