Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brownii
ID:
283010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Syst. Pflanzenk. : 16 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282342



Common Names

  • Prasophyllum brownii
  • Brown's Leek Orchid
  • Brown's Prasophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Prasophyllum ellipticum R.S.Rogers [unknown]

Description

Prasophyllum brownii (also called Brown's 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 brownii 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 brownii 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 brownii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the rhizome into sections with at least one leaf and one bud. Plant the divisions in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water the divisions regularly until they become established. When propagating by seed, sow the seed in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Water the seedlings regularly until they become established.

Where to Find Prasophyllum brownii

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

Prasophyllum brownii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum brownii?

Prasophyllum brownii

What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum brownii?

Grassy woodlands and heathlands

What type of flower does Prasophyllum brownii 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,

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