Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sargentii
ID:
283157

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nicholls) A.S.George

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 1: 189 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282489



Common Names

  • Sargentii Leek Orchid
  • Sargent's Leek Orchid
  • Sargent's Prasophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Prasophyllum australe sargentii Nicholls [unknown]

Description

Prasophyllum sargentii (also called Sargent's 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 and woodlands. It has a single stem with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum sargentii 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 sargentii 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 sargentii

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

Prasophyllum sargentii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum sargentii?

Prasophyllum sargentii

What is the common name of Prasophyllum sargentii?

Sargent's Prasophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Prasophyllum sargentii?

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-164812: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.
William Henry Nicholls (1885-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholls' in the authors string.