Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 318 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282388
Common Names
- Prasophyllum flavum
- Yellow Leek Orchid
- Yellow Prasophyllum
Description
Prasophyllum flavum (also called Yellow Leek Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a single, tubular leaf and a single, white or pinkish flower with a yellow labellum. It is native to Australia and grows in grassy woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Prasophyllum flavum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and humans.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prasophyllum flavum has white flowers with yellow stamens, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prasophyllum flavum 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 flavum
Prasophyllum flavum can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Prasophyllum flavum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum flavum?
Prasophyllum flavum
What is the family of Prasophyllum flavum?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Prasophyllum flavum?
Yellow Grass-lily
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,