Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rostratum
ID:
283151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 516 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282483



Common Names

  • Rostratum Leek Orchid
  • Beaked Leek Orchid
  • Beaked Prasophyllum


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Description

Prasophyllum rostratum (also called Beaked Leek-orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and heathlands. It has a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers with a beak-like tip.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum rostratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its essential oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or cream-coloured flowers with a yellowish or reddish tint. Seed: Small, round and black. Seedlings: Have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum rostratum is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed sowing. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, humus-rich potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Germination usually takes several months.

Where to Find Prasophyllum rostratum

Prasophyllum rostratum is native to Australia, where it is found in moist areas in the south-eastern parts of the continent.

Prasophyllum rostratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum rostratum?

Prasophyllum rostratum

What is the common name of Prasophyllum rostratum?

Beaked Prasophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum rostratum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-164807: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.