Pinalia occidentalis, commonly known as Western Pinalia, is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical montane forests of Southeast Asia, including regions such as the Himalayas and Indochina. It typically grows to a height of 1.5-2 feet (0.46-0.6 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The plant features lanceolate leaves and produces small, inconspicuous white or green flowers during the spring and summer months. The flowers are not particularly showy but are valued for their delicate appearance.

Western Pinalia is appreciated for its ease of maintenance and its ability to thrive in the understory of gardens, where it can be used as a ground cover or in border plantings. It is also suitable for cultivation in containers. This herb prefers consistently moist, well-drained, medium loam soils and thrives in part shade, mimicking its native forest floor habitat. While it is not drought-tolerant, it does not require excessive watering once established. Gardeners should be aware that Pinalia occidentalis may not be readily available in all nurseries, but it can be a unique addition to a shade garden or terrarium.CC BY-SA 4.0