Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
canaliculatum
ID:
283015

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 12: 125 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282347



Common Names

  • Prasophyllum canaliculatum
  • Canaliculate Leek Orchid
  • Canaliculate Prasophyllum


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Description

Prasophyllum canaliculatum (also called Channelled 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 canaliculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prasophyllum canaliculatum 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 canaliculatum 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 canaliculatum

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

Prasophyllum canaliculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum canaliculatum?

Prasophyllum canaliculatum

What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum canaliculatum?

Grassy woodlands and heathlands

What type of flower does Prasophyllum canaliculatum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-164685: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.