The species is characterized by its side lobes divided into many linear lobules. It differs from the Habenaria medioflexa Turrill. by its reflexed lateral sepals and lip often with some red rusty spots at the base.

Here are a few pictures of the new species:

Flower of Habenaria myriotricha Gagnep

The habitat of Habenaria myriotricha Gagnep and its inflorescence

For more information, please read  Habenaria myriotricha，a new record of Orchidaceae from Yunnan,China