[1] This species is a monopodial, epiphytic orchid with very short stems, which are covered by leaf sheaths.

At its apex it is covered in trichomes, which is reflected in the specific epithet fimbriata meaning tufted.

This species is found in moist, primary lowland forests at altitudes of 400 m above sea level.

[2] This species has been confused with Phalaenopsis tetraspis, from which it is distinguished through the absence of a hood over the anther bed.

[3] This species is protected unter the CITES appendix II regulations of international trade.