Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
goldsackii
ID:
283067

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Z.Weber & R.J.Bates

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 1: 167 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282399



Common Names

  • Prasophyllum goldsackii
  • Goldsack's Leek Orchid
  • Goldsack's Prasophyllum


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Description

Prasophyllum goldsackii (also called Goldsack's 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 goldsackii 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

Prasophyllum goldsackii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum goldsackii 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 goldsackii

Prasophyllum goldsackii can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Prasophyllum goldsackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum goldsackii?

Prasophyllum goldsackii

What is the family of Prasophyllum goldsackii?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Prasophyllum goldsackii?

Goldsack's 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-164731: Based on the initial data import
Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.
Joseph Zvonko Weber (1930-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Z.Weber' in the authors string.