Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
332158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8: 176 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331490



Common Names

  • Vanilla kinabaluensis
  • Kinabaluensis Vanilla
  • Vanilla Kinabaluensis


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Description

Vanilla kinabaluensis (also called 'Kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis is a climbing vine native to South America. It prefers to grow in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth.

Where to Find Vanilla kinabaluensis

Vanilla kinabaluensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in the tropical rainforest biome.

Vanilla kinabaluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla kinabaluensis?

Vanilla kinabaluensis

What is the natural habitat of Vanilla kinabaluensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering period of Vanilla kinabaluensis?

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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