Status:
valid
Authors:
Blanco
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip., ed. 2 : 448 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331514
Common Names
- Vanilla ovalis
- Ovalis Vanilla
- Vanilla Ovalis
Synonyms
- Vanilla majaijensis Blanco [unknown]
- Vanilla philippinensis Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Vanilla ovalis (also called 'Ovalis 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 ovalis 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 ovalis has white flowers with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vanilla ovalis 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 ovalis
Vanilla ovalis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical rainforest biome.
Vanilla ovalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vanilla ovalis?
Vanilla ovalis
What is the natural habitat of Vanilla ovalis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the flowering period of Vanilla ovalis?
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,