Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aspericaulis
ID:
1333359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sambin & Chiron

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 311 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345813

Common Names

  • Vanilla Aspericaulis
  • Aspericaulis Vanilla
  • Aspericaulis's Vanilla

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Description

Vanilla aspericaulis (also called Vanilla Aspericaulis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem, and grows up to 15 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas, and is native to Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla aspericaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has a sweet, citrus-like flavor and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vanilla aspericaulis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla aspericaulis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade.

Where to Find Vanilla aspericaulis

Vanilla aspericaulis is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the tropical rainforests of the country.

Vanilla aspericaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla aspericaulis?

Vanilla aspericaulis

What is the common name of Vanilla aspericaulis?

Rough-stemmed vanilla

What type of plant is Vanilla aspericaulis?

Orchid

Species in the Vanilla genus

Vanilla abundiflora, Vanilla acuminata, Vanilla acuta, Vanilla africana, Vanilla albida, Vanilla andamanica, Vanilla angustipetala, Vanilla annamica, Vanilla aphylla, Vanilla appendiculata, Vanilla bahiana, Vanilla barbellata, Vanilla barrereana, Vanilla bertoniensis, Vanilla bicolor, Vanilla borneensis, Vanilla bradei, Vanilla calyculata, Vanilla chalotii, Vanilla chamissonis, Vanilla claviculata, Vanilla columbiana, Vanilla coursii, Vanilla crenulata, Vanilla cristagalli, Vanilla cucullata, Vanilla decaryana, Vanilla diabolica, Vanilla dietschiana, Vanilla dilloniana, Vanilla dubia, Vanilla dungsii, Vanilla edwallii, Vanilla fimbriata, Vanilla francoisii, Vanilla gardneri, Vanilla giulianettii, Vanilla grandifolia, Vanilla griffithii, Vanilla guianensis, Vanilla hallei, Vanilla hamata, Vanilla hartii, Vanilla havilandii, Vanilla helleri, Vanilla heterolopha, Vanilla hostmannii, Vanilla humblotii, Vanilla imperialis, Vanilla inodora,

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

Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Aurélien Sambin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sambin' in the authors string.