Prasophyllum pallens
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Prasophyllum pallens, commonly known as the musty leek orchid, is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae which is endemic to Australia.[1] It was one of eleven species selected for the Save a Species Walk campaign in April 2016; scientists walked 300 km to raise money for collection of seeds to be prepared and stored at the Australian PlantBank at the Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan.[2]
References
- ^ P. Bernhardt & R. R. Rowe (1993). "Prasophyllum pallens R.Br". Plantnet - New South Wales Flora Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney. Retrieved 25 April 2016.
- ^ Barlass, Tim (10 April 2016). "Scientists race to save 11 endangered plants in NSW". Sydney Morning Herald.
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