Renanthera matutina

Renanthera matutina, common name early blooming renanthera, is a species of epiphytic orchid in the genus Renanthera of the family Orchidaceae.

Description
Renanthera matutina is a monopodial epiphytic orchid that produces a long branched pendulous stem about 60 - 80 cm long, bearing the inflorescence. The numerous flowers are pinkish-yellow, with red spots.

Distribution
It occurs from western Indonesia (Thailand, Borneo, Sumatra, Java to Malaysia).

Habitat
It grows in mountain forests and plains, at elevations between 100 m and 700 m above sea level. This plant requires a warm or intermediate temperature, in full light or partial shade. It grows well in a hanging basket.