Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
332179

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 1: 101 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331511

Common Names

  • Vanilla odorata
  • Odorata Vanilla
  • Vanilla Odorata

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Synonyms

  • Vanilla denticulata Pabst [unknown]
  • Vanilla ensifolia Rolfe [unknown]
  • Vanilla uncinata Huber ex Hoehne [unknown]
  • Epidendrum vermifugum Sessé & Moc. [unknown]

Description

Vanilla odorata (also called 'Odorata Vanilla', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It is a climbing vine with long, thin, pointed leaves and fragrant, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla odorata is used in aromatherapy and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It has calming and soothing effects, and can help to reduce stress and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanilla odorata has white flowers with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla odorata is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady habitats. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Vanilla odorata

Vanilla odorata is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical rainforest biome.

Vanilla odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla odorata?

Vanilla odorata

What is the natural habitat of Vanilla odorata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering period of Vanilla odorata?

April to May

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,

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