Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
readii
ID:
810504

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & D.T.Rouse

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 5: 154 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809838



Common Names

  • Prasophyllum readii
  • Readii Prasophyllum
  • Prasophyllum


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Description

Prasophyllum readii (also called Read's Leek Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It is a small, deciduous orchid with a single, slender leaf and a single flower. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and heathlands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum readii is an ornamental plant, often used as a border or groundcover in gardens. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prasophyllum readii is a white or pinkish-white, scented flower with a long, thin labellum. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum readii is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. For division, the plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and each section should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Prasophyllum readii

Prasophyllum readii is native to the temperate grasslands of Australia. It can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Prasophyllum readii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum readii?

Prasophyllum readii

What is the common name of Prasophyllum readii?

Read's leek orchid

Where does Prasophyllum readii grow?

It is found in Victoria, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348049: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Dean T. Rouse (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.T.Rouse' in the authors string.