Royal Horticultural Society Dictionary of Miniature and Medium Epiphytic Flora

• Aërangis modesta — An elegant, medium-sized species of epiphytic orchid, endemic to Madagascar and the Comoro Islands. It is structurally characterized by glossy, obovate, bright-green leaves and spectacular pendulous spikes that can support up to 30 star-like, perfectly symmetrical white flowers, featuring short translucent spurs that emit a delicate, citrus-like fragrance during the night.