Gastrochilus acutifolius can be found in India, Nepal, Myanmar and Vietnam they grow in forests at elevation of 700-900 meters.

Gastrochilus acutifolius is a small epiphyte orchid likes warm climate. The leaves are leathery like. 

Gastrochilus acutifolius is a vanda like orchid with a monopodial growth best to keep them mounted on cork wood or in hanging baskets.

Gastrochilus acutifolius blooms in the autumn on a 5cm long inflorescence that has several fragrant flowers.

Gastrochilus acutifolius needs regular watering and bright light all the time. Avoid direct sun. Strong air movement is a must. 

If you keep them in a basket without any sphagnum moss around the root during the warmer month you will have to soak them in water every morning.