Abstract:Pholidota advena (Par. & Rchb. f.) Hook. f., an epiphytic orchid from southern Yunnan is newly recorded for China. The detailed description and photos of this species are provided. This species is morphologically similar to P. chinensis Lindl., from which it clearly differs in its hypochile with 3-5 elevated, lamellate keels, and epichile with 3 more or less wavy keels which converge toward the apex.