Status:
valid
Authors:
Schuit., Aver. & Rybková
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 1-1(online): 10 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336083
Description
Vanilla atropogon (also called Atropogon Vanilla, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the South Pacific region. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Vanilla atropogon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vanilla atropogon has white to pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are held in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vanilla atropogon is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Vanilla atropogon
Vanilla atropogon can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Vanilla atropogon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vanilla atropogon?
Vanilla atropogon
What is the common name of Vanilla atropogon?
Black Vanilla
Where is Vanilla atropogon found?
It is found in tropical Africa
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
Romana Rybková: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rybková' in the authors string.