Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean)
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) flower with petals and tiny ants on green leaves
Vanilla planifolia
Botanical names: Vanilla planifolia, Vanilla fragrans
Common names: Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean, French Vanilla, Vanilla Orchid
Family: Orchidaceae
Origin: South East Mexico and Guatemala
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant type: Fruit; spice or herb
Fruit type: Vanilla
Plant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plantThis leafy climbing orchid from hot, wet tropical America is grown for its pods which, when dried, become the commercial vanilla. The flowers are hand pollinated. The Aztec Indians in Mexico used Vanilla Pods to flavor their chocolate drink 'Xoco-latl'. Vanilla was introduced to Europe, and French started to grow it in Africa. Vanilla Pods are picked green when they have no scent. The lengthy curing process, which develops fragrant aroma, is one reason for its high cost. Vanilla was believed to be a tonic for the brain. They need a large pot and support for climbing. If really happy, Vanilla planifolia can exceed 100 feet in length in just a few years. They flower only when mature, which takes a few years. Propagated generally by cutting. Plant becomes Epiphytic with age. Water freely, less water in winter.
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Vanilla planifolia
Initially, the plant will establish itself in the pot, but as it matures, it develops aerial roots and gradually becomes more epiphytic, relying on support structures rather than the soil.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) green fruit hanging beside a thick textured brown tree trunk
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing vine with green leaves attached to a stake
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) green fruit hanging from the climbing thick plant stems
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow green flower with small developing bean pods
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing vine with thick green leaves on a trellis.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) vine with long green fruit and flat oval leaves
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing vine winding around a wooden round support ring
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing vine with waxy green foliage on wooden hoop
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow flower and green leaves on the vine.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing vine with thick green leaves on a lattice support.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing a rough wooden support inside a round pot.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbing a wooden stake within a green nursery pot.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow green flower on a green vine close up.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) with trailing stems and elongated foliage in a container.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) flower with elegant light green petals and ruffled center.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow green flower on a curved tropical plant vine.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow green flower center during the morning light
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) pods lying on a white surface.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) dried fruit with visible seeds inside
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow flowers blooming among succulent green leaves on sturdy vines.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) climbs a rough bark tree trunk with thick leaves.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) long slender green seed pods growing on flexible vine stems
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) vine with striped green leaves in a hanging basket
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) vining plant with trailing stems and fleshy green leaves
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) flower alongside several tight buds on a leafy vine.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) flower with soft petals and a ruffled center.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow flower buds nestled between thick, waxy green leaves.
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) yellow green flower buds with small ants crawling
Vanilla planifolia (Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean) flower with pale yellow center and green petals.
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