Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
taphanyx
ID:
502864

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 14: 373 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502196



Common Names

  • Prasophyllum taphanyx
  • Taphanyx Prasophyllum
  • Taphanyx Prasophyll


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Description

Prasophyllum taphanyx (also called Taphanyx Leek Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in the south-east of Australia. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It is found in grassland, open forest and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prasophyllum taphanyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prasophyllum taphanyx are white in color and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prasophyllum taphanyx is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F). Prasophyllum taphanyx should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Prasophyllum taphanyx

Prasophyllum taphanyx is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Prasophyllum taphanyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prasophyllum taphanyx?

Prasophyllum taphanyx

What type of plant is Prasophyllum taphanyx?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the common name of Prasophyllum taphanyx?

Taphanyx Prasophyllum

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-259641: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.