Cleisostoma crochetii

Cleisostoma crochetii belongs to the Orchidaceae, a large and diverse family of flowering plants. This orchid species is distributed across several Southeast Asian countries, including Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. The scientific name was published in 1972 by (Guillaumin) Garay, following earlier work by Guillaumin. As part of the genus Cleisostoma, it shares characteristics typical of the group, such as epiphytic growth habits and specialized floral structures. The species is recognized within the broader context of orchid biodiversity in the region.