Microchirita formosa is an upright shrub found in the northern karst regions of Thailand, one of about 37 Microchirita species in that country. The flower has a white corolla with two dorsal yellow stripes, and is similar overall to that of M. candida. M. formosa is distinguished from M. candida by longer hairs on anthers and ovary. Leaves are dull green above and pale green underneath with an entire margin.
Described in 2023, this species has been cultivated from seed, which is typical for the likely short-lived Michrochirita species.
In cultivation it can reach a height of 65 cm or more and thus requires significant space or regular re-starts from seed or vegetative propagation.
