Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 340 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282361
Common Names
- Prasophyllum cyphochilum
- Bent Leek Orchid
- Bent Prasophyllum
Description
Prasophyllum cyphochilum (also called Slender Leek-orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Australia and grows in grasslands and woodlands. It has a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Prasophyllum cyphochilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prasophyllum cyphochilum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prasophyllum cyphochilum is a terrestrial orchid that can be cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. The seed should be sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame or in a greenhouse.
Where to Find Prasophyllum cyphochilum
Prasophyllum cyphochilum can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Prasophyllum cyphochilum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum cyphochilum?
Prasophyllum cyphochilum
What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum cyphochilum?
Grassy woodlands and heathlands
What type of flower does Prasophyllum cyphochilum have?
White or pinkish-white
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,