Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
decesareae
ID:
1317498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod & Cootes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 1(2): 4 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329952

Common Names

  • Vanilla decesareae
  • Decesareae Vanilla
  • Decesareae's Vanilla

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Description

Vanilla decesareae (also called De Cesare's Vanilla, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant that is native to the mountains of Turkey and Iran. It has long, slender stems and small, fragrant white flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy meadows and open woodlands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla decesareae is used in the production of perfumes and flavorings.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Vanilla decesareae flower has five petals that are white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla decesareae is an evergreen vine native to Mexico. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining potting mix made up of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and bark. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Vanilla decesareae

Vanilla decesareae is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.

Vanilla decesareae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla decesareae?

Vanilla decesareae

What is the common name of Vanilla decesareae?

Vanilla decesareae

Where does Vanilla decesareae grow?

Vanilla decesareae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.