Status:
valid
Authors:
R.J.Bates
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 80(4): 56 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343799
Description
Prasophyllum asinantum (also called the donkey-eared prasophyllum, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Australia. It has a single stem, pinnate leaves, and white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Prasophyllum asinantum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prasophyllum asinantum is yellow and tubular. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prasophyllum asinantum is a small, evergreen orchid that is native to Australia. It grows to a height of 4-6 inches and has fragrant white flowers. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Prasophyllum asinantum
Prasophyllum asinantum is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Prasophyllum asinantum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum asinantum?
Prasophyllum asinantum
What is the common name of Prasophyllum asinantum?
Asiantum Leek Orchid
Where is Prasophyllum asinantum native to?
Eastern Australia
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,