Species of Spathoglottis are found from eastern and south-eastern Asia to Australia and some Pacific Islands.

Orchids in the genus Spathoglottis are evergreen, terrestrial herbs with crowded pseudobulbs just below the surface of the soil and a few large, pleated leaves.

[4] Species accepted by the Plants of the World Online as of May 2023 are:[7] Spathoglottis orchids usually grow in moist places in forest, grassland and swamps, usually in bright sunshine.

They are found in India, China, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Guinea, New Caledonia, the Solomon Islands, Borneo and Cape York Peninsula in Australia.

[2][3][4] They are easy to cultivate and sought after for their large colourful flowers, and are common in tropical gardens.