Renanthera matutina is a monopodial epiphytic orchid that produces a long branched pendulous stem about 60–80 centimetres (24–31 in) long, bearing the inflorescence.

The numerous flowers are pinkish-yellow, with red spots.

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

It grows in mountain forests and plains, at elevations between 100 metres (330 ft) and 700 metres (2,300 ft) above sea level.

This plant requires a warm or intermediate temperature, in full light or partial shade.