Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alpinum
ID:
282985

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 318 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282317

Common Names

  • Alpine Leek Orchid
  • Mountain Leek Orchid
  • Snowy Leek Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Prasophyllum tadgellianum R.S.Rogers [unknown]
  • Prasophyllum frenchii tadgellianum R.S.Rogers [unknown]
  • Prasophyllum fuscum alpinum (R.Br.) C.Moore & Betche [unknown]

Description

Prasophyllum alpinum (also called Alpine Leek Orchid, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, ovate to lanceolate leaf. It is native to Australia and grows in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum alpinum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prasophyllum alpinum is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum alpinum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Prasophyllum alpinum

Prasophyllum alpinum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Prasophyllum alpinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum alpinum?

Prasophyllum alpinum

What is the family of Prasophyllum alpinum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Prasophyllum alpinum?

Alpine Grass-lily

Species in the Prasophyllum genus

Prasophyllum affine, Prasophyllum album, Prasophyllum alpinum, Prasophyllum amoenum, Prasophyllum apoxychilum, Prasophyllum australe, Prasophyllum bagoense, Prasophyllum brevilabre, Prasophyllum brownii, Prasophyllum calcicola, Prasophyllum campestre, Prasophyllum canaliculatum, Prasophyllum candidum, Prasophyllum caricetum, Prasophyllum castaneum, Prasophyllum caudiculum, Prasophyllum colensoi, Prasophyllum concinnum, Prasophyllum constrictum, Prasophyllum correctum, Prasophyllum cucullatum, Prasophyllum cyphochilum, Prasophyllum diversiflorum, Prasophyllum dossenum, Prasophyllum drummondii, Prasophyllum elatum, Prasophyllum exile, Prasophyllum favonium, Prasophyllum fecundum, Prasophyllum fimbria, Prasophyllum fitzgeraldii, Prasophyllum flavum, Prasophyllum fosteri, Prasophyllum frenchii, Prasophyllum fuscum, Prasophyllum gibbosum, Prasophyllum giganteum, Prasophyllum goldsackii, Prasophyllum gracile, Prasophyllum gracile, Prasophyllum gracillimum, Prasophyllum hians, Prasophyllum incompositum, Prasophyllum incurvum, Prasophyllum lanceolatum, Prasophyllum lindleyanum, Prasophyllum litorale, Prasophyllum macrostachyum, Prasophyllum macrotys, Prasophyllum milfordense,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-164657: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.