Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sylvestre
ID:
283168

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.J.Bates & D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 81 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282500

Common Names

  • Common Prasophyllum
  • Meadow Leek Orchid
  • Wood Leek Orchid

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Description

Prasophyllum sylvestre (also called Woodland Leek-orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and grows in woodlands. It has a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum sylvestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its essential oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prasophyllum sylvestre is white and tubular, with the lower lip of the flower being three-lobed. The seed is a small, brown, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum sylvestre is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is a small, deciduous orchid that grows in grassy areas. It is best grown in partial shade and a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Prasophyllum sylvestre

Prasophyllum sylvestre can be found in Australia.

Prasophyllum sylvestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum sylvestre?

Prasophyllum sylvestre

What is the common name of Prasophyllum sylvestre?

Woodland Leek Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum sylvestre?

Grasslands, heathlands, and open woodlands

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-164822: Based on the initial data import
Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.