Vanilla planifolia | West Indian or Flat Plane Leafed Vanilla | 100 Seeds
We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support! Vanilla planifolia is a vine/climber in the Orchidaceae family. A native to Mexico and Belize. Common names include flat-leaved vanilla and West Indian vanilla. It is a primary source for vanilla flavoring. It prefers hot, wet, tropical climates for best results. It grows to around 75 feet once it matures in Mexico. It will only get 10-20 feet if in a container. The leaves are evergreen and succulent flat-bladed, around 5 inches long. It will require a structure to grow on. Flowers must be hand-pollinated if you want fruits. The bees that pollinate it are only in Mexico. The flowers are yellow-green and in an axillary cluster that has 10-20 flowers. The flowers will only last one day. It prefers to grow in part to full shade with daily misting and watering. Zones 10-11 Germination Soak seeds in a 4% sodium hypochlorite or (bleach) solution for 90 minutes. Sprinkle seeds on top of the medium and lightly cover with soil. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover with plastic and keep temperatures around 65-75F. Germination is in 60-90 days.
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
| Common Name | Vanilla Orchid |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Color | Green |
| Soil Type | Peat |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Season Of Interest | Fall |
| Type | Perennial |
| Watering | Medium |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Genus | Vanilla |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Flowering |
| Cultivating Difficulty | Moderate |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support! Vanilla planifolia is a vine/climber in the Orchidaceae family. A native to Mexico and Belize. Common names include flat-leaved vanilla and West Indian vanilla. It is a primary source for vanilla flavoring. It prefers hot, wet, tropical climates for best results. It grows to around 75 feet once it matures in Mexico. It will only get 10-20 feet if in a container. The leaves are evergreen and succulent flat-bladed, around 5 inches long. It will require a structure to grow on. Flowers must be hand-pollinated if you want fruits. The bees that pollinate it are only in Mexico. The flowers are yellow-green and in an axillary cluster that has 10-20 flowers. The flowers will only last one day. It prefers to grow in part to full shade with daily misting and watering. Zones 10-11 Germination Soak seeds in a 4% sodium hypochlorite or (bleach) solution for 90 minutes. Sprinkle seeds on top of the medium and lightly cover with soil. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover with plastic and keep temperatures around 65-75F. Germination is in 60-90 days.