Cleisostoma litoreum

Cleisostoma litoreum belongs to the genus Cleisostoma within the Orchidaceae family, a group of flowering plants known for their diverse and often intricate floral structures. This species is geographically restricted to New Guinea, where it grows in its natural habitat. The species was formally published in 1972 by Garay, based on earlier work by Schltr. As a member of the Orchidaceae, it shares characteristics typical of the orchid family, including specialized pollination mechanisms and often epiphytic or lithophytic growth habits.