Prasophyllum transversum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transversum
ID:
283171
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fitzger
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orch. 4(2): t. 5 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282503
Common Names
- Common Prasophyllum
- Cross-leaved Leek Orchid
- Transverse Leek Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prasophyllum transversum (also called Cross-veined 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 grasslands, woodlands, and heathlands. It has a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers with a cross-veined leaf.
Uses & Benefits
Prasophyllum transversum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its essential oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prasophyllum transversum 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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Prasophyllum transversum 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 transversum
Prasophyllum transversum can be found in Australia.
Prasophyllum transversum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum transversum?
Prasophyllum transversum
What is the common name of Prasophyllum transversum?
Transverse Leek Orchid
Where is Prasophyllum transversum found?
It is found in south-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,