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Tall Leek, Snake or Piano Orchid

Family: Orchidaceae

Genus: Prasophyllum

Species: elatum

Main Flower Colour: Yellow

Description

Photo by Graeme W.
The Tall Leek, Snake or Piano Orchid Prasophyllum elatum. Found in isolated
pockets of the south west , it only flowers after fire. This orchid can grow to 120cms tall.

Identification

The main flower colour is yellow.

References

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Location

Region Specifics

Found in isolated pockets of the south west of WA

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